Federal Data Privacy & Security Counsel (Remote)

Workday, Inc.; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 209,000 - 313,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work policy

Bonus plan eligibility

Annual stock grants

Job summary

Workday Government, a unit of Workday, Inc., seeks a senior counsel specializing in data privacy and cybersecurity to govern federal contracts and regulatory compliance. The role supports one or more direct or indirect contracts with U.S. federal agencies and requires ability to obtain/maintain TS/SCI level clearance.

On-site work in the DC/MD/VA area is expected. You will guide legal strategy for FedRAMP, DoD ILs, and privacy regimes, and draft critical government contracts and data processing

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active bar membership in at least one state bar.
• 8+ years of experience as a practicing attorney with focus on data privacy and cybersecurity law.
• Demonstrated experience advising on FedRAMP authorization processes (Low/Moderate/High).
• Direct experience with DoD Impact Levels IL2 through IL6 and DoD SRG.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead counsel on data privacy and cybersecurity matters for government contracts.
• Own the legal strategy for FedRAMP authorization and manage ATO processes with cross-functional teams.
• Advise on DoD SRG IL2–IL6 requirements including data segregation and personnel screening.
• Draft, review, and negotiate government contracts, DPAs, and security addenda (FAR/DFARS).
• Monitor evolving privacy and cybersecurity laws and translate into practical guidance for the business.

Skills

Data privacy

Cybersecurity law

FedRAMP

DoD ILs

Education

J.D. Degree

Job description

Workday Government, a unit of Workday, Inc., seeks a senior counsel specializing in data privacy and cybersecurity to govern federal contracts and regulatory compliance. The role supports one or more direct or indirect contracts with U.S. federal agencies and requires ability to obtain/maintain TS/SCI level clearance.

On-site work in the DC/MD/VA area is expected. You will guide legal strategy for FedRAMP, DoD ILs, and privacy regimes, and draft critical government contracts and data processing