Government Contracts Cybersecurity Associate Attorney

Crowell & Moring; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 250,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Vision

Dental

Retirement

All-purpose leave

Backup childcare

Wellness programs

Cultural events

Social activities

Job summary

Crowell & Moring in Washington, D.C. is seeking a qualified associate for their Government Contracts practice group. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in government cybersecurity matters and possess excellent analytical and communication skills. Responsibilities include providing expert advice on cybersecurity compliance, assisting with strategy development, and conducting audits. The firm offers a competitive salary ranging from $250,000 to $320,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package, promoting a positive and family-friendly culture.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of experience counseling clients on government cybersecurity matters.
• Excellent academic and professional credentials.
• Highly developed analytical, communication and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and counsel on government cybersecurity compliance.
• Assist in the development of cybersecurity strategies for contracts.
• Conduct audits and assessments for client compliance.

Skills

Government cybersecurity matters

Client counseling

Excellent communication skills

Education

3 - 5 years of experience in government contracts

Membership in D.C. Bar or eligible for waiver

Tools

CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP)

Certified Cybersecurity Practitioner (CCP)

Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP)

Job description

Job Description

Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, intellectual property, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for its representation of Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Crowell & Moring LLP seeks a highly qualified associate to join its Government Contracts practice group working from our Washington, D.C. office.

Candidates must have a 3 -5 years of experience in counseling clients on government cybersecurity matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and counsel to clients on government cybersecurity requirements and compliance.
• Assist in the development and implementation of cybersecurity strategies and policies for government contracts, leveraging a background in computer science and/or auditing.
• Conduct thorough audits and assessments to ensure client compliance with government cybersecurity standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address cybersecurity challenges and enhance client security posture.
• Prepare and present reports and documentation related to cybersecurity compliance and audits.
• Certifications such as CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP), Certified Cybersecurity Practitioner (CCP), and Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) are preferred.

All candidates should have excellent academic and professional credentials as well as highly developed analytical, communication and writing skills. Candidates must be a member of the D.C. Bar or eligible for admission by waiver.

Benefits and Compensation

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance to applicable laws. The salary range for this position is $250,000 to $320,000. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus. Other benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave. The salary for this position may vary based on market data, an applicant’s skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.