Corporate Counsel Cybersecurity

Skip to main contentHomeProfileJob SearchApplicationsMy EventsJoin Talent NetworkSign InSingle PositionView All JobsCorporate Counsel CybersecurityUnited States-Virginia-Falls Church No longer accepting applications.Job IDR10225758Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of its customers worldwide.  Its 97,000 employees define possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products, and services.Northrop Grumman’s Legal and Contracts Department is currently seeking a Corporate Counsel, Cybersecurity who will be responsible for providing expert legal support to the Company in the DC metropolitan area.  This attorney will report to the Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property, Technology and Information Law. Specific responsibilities include:Collaborating with and providing strategic counseling to legal colleagues, business partners, and management on a wide range of complex cybersecurity law issuesAdvising on cybersecurity requirements such as controls and reporting in government contracts and agreements with suppliers and other third partiesSupporting company frameworks and processes aligned with cyber legal and regulatory requirements for safeguarding sensitive data and information systems, compliance with standards and incident responseProviding thought leadership and supporting development and implementation of enterprise-level strategic cybersecurity initiativesAdvising on issues related to cybersecurity law including privacy and information securityMonitoring developments in policy, legal and regulatory requirements in cybersecurity, engaging with industry groups and customers, and advising leadership and business partners on best practicesDeveloping and conducting enterprise-wide training on cybersecurity topicsWe are seeking a candidate with the following background:Highly motivated individual with strong analytical and process-development skills, clear and strategic thinking, exceptional judgment, sense of accountability, integrity and a record of managing complex cybersecurity mattersAbility to provide accurate, timely, and pragmatic adviceExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to work in a collaborative and inclusive environment, with the ability to engage and motivate others through thought leadershipStrong time-management and organizational skills, responsiveness, and a demonstrated ability to balance multiple competing prioritiesBasic Qualifications:Juris Doctor degree and Bachelor’s degreeActive state bar membershipAt least 8 years’ cybersecurity experience in a law firm, government, or as in-house counselExperience in negotiating cybersecurity-related terms in government contracts and commercial agreementsExperience working closely with other lawyers, cybersecurity professionals and business leaders on cybersecurity issuesCandidates must have the ability to obtain a DoD Secret level security clearance.Preferred Qualifications:Significant experience with U.S. government contract cyber regulations (FAR and DFARS) and complex issues relating to information securityExperience in privacy lawActive DoD Secret level security clearance