Corporate Counsel, Security Legal

Amazon; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 153,900 - 208,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

A leading global technology company is seeking a Corporate Counsel to provide strategic legal counsel on cybersecurity and incident response. This role involves managing legal responses to security incidents, advising on compliance with evolving global regulations, and collaborating with various teams including Compliance and Public Policy. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of legal experience and a Juris Doctor. The company offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of legal experience in a relevant field.
• Proven ability to provide counsel on compliance with security laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on cybersecurity and incident response.
• Lead legal responses for security incidents.
• Manage relationships with outside counsel.

Skills

Legal experience

Compliance knowledge

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor

Membership in one state bar or equivalent

Job description

Description

Provide strategic legal counsel on cybersecurity and incident response for one of the world’s most complex technology companies. Amazon’s Security Legal team is seeking a Corporate Counsel to advise on compliance with evolving global regulations, lead legal responses for security incidents, and pursue bad actors across our diverse businesses—from retail to devices to health. You will be part of a nimble legal team that covers security, fraud, and abuse matters while supporting our security team’s operations.

Key job responsibilities

• Providing advice and support to security teams and others on compliance with all manner of security laws and regulations, including cybersecurity and data breach laws
• Leading the legal response for security incidents, directing investigation, assessing legal obligations and advising on and drafting customer and regulator communications
• Supporting our teams in drafting and presenting security-related documents to various audiences including executive leadership
• Working collaboratively with teams including Compliance, Public Policy, Public Relations, Privacy and partner legal teams
• Managing outside counsel relationships, directing budgeting and allocation of resources, staffing and strategic approaches to work
• Providing legal advice and support on security aspects of due diligence and M&A agreements

A day in the life

Your day will involve advising security teams on compliance matters and leading legal responses to security incidents. You’ll work closely with cross-functional partners including Compliance, Public Policy, Public Relations, and Privacy teams. You’ll manage outside counsel relationships and provide strategic legal guidance on security matters. Your work will span Amazon’s diverse businesses, requiring you to quickly assess novel security issues and provide practical legal solutions. You’ll draft communications for customers and regulators, support executive presentations, and advise on security aspects of business transactions.

About the team

Amazon’s security legal team is a nimble group that covers security, fraud and abuse matters across Amazon’s global operations. The team supports Amazon’s diverse businesses by providing legal guidance on novel security challenges. We work collaboratively to pursue bad actors behind security threats while ensuring compliance with evolving global cybersecurity laws. Our team values quick thinking, practical problem-solving, and cross-functional partnership as we support Amazon’s security operations worldwide.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal experience
• Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .

USA, VA, Arlington - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually