Government Contracts Cybersecurity Associate Attorney

Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC; Washington, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Vision

Dental

Retirement plan

All-purpose leave

Backup childcare

Wellness programs

Cultural events

Job summary

Crowell & Moring LLP seeks a highly qualified associate to join its Government Contracts practice group from our Washington, D.C., Chicago, or Denver offices.

Candidates must have 3–5 years of experience in counseling clients on government cybersecurity matters and possess strong analytical, writing, and communication skills. Bar admission or waiver eligibility is required, with preferred certifications such as CMMC RP, CCP, and CIPP.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience counseling clients on government cybersecurity matters.
• Background in computer science and/or auditing preferred.
• Must be a member of the state bar or eligible for admission by waiver.
• Certifications such as CMMC RP, CCP, and CIPP are preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and counsel to clients on government cybersecurity requirements and compliance.
• Assist in development and implementation of cybersecurity strategies and policies for government contracts.
• 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.

Skills

Government contracts

Cybersecurity compliance

Regulatory analysis

Legal writing

Auditing background

Job description

Government Contracts Cybersecurity Associate Attorney

Washington, D.C.

Associate

Regulatory & Policy

Crowell & Moring is an international law firm with operations in the United States, Europe, and MENA. Drawing on significant government, business, industry, and legal experience, the firm helps clients capitalize on opportunities and provides creative solutions to complex regulatory and policy, litigation, transactional, and intellectual property issues. The firm is consistently recognized for its commitment to pro bono service, as well as its comprehensive programs and initiatives to advance the professional and personal development of all members of the Crowell community.

Job Description

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

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 state bar for the office they are applying to 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 backup 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.