Technology Lead, eDiscovery & Information Governance

Meta; New York (NY); On-site; USD 104,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Technology Lead in eDiscovery & Information Governance. In this pivotal role, you will guide data discovery efforts across litigation and regulatory matters, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ensure effective data management. Your expertise will drive process improvements and leverage cutting-edge technology to enhance data collection and processing. This role is perfect for a professional ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic legal environment. If you thrive in a collaborative setting and are passionate about technology and data governance, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Benefits

Bonus

Equity

Comprehensive Benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in eDiscovery and data processing technology.
• Proficient with data collection tools and managing confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data from various electronic media and sources.
• Manage eDiscovery data processing and serve as primary contact for legal teams.

Skills

Data Analysis

eDiscovery Technology

Data Collection

Data Processing

Communication Skills

Project Management

Process Improvement

Forensic Data Collection

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Nuix

M365

Relativity

Cellebrite Digital Collector

EnCase

FTK

Proofpoint

Job description

Technology Lead, eDiscovery & Information Governance

We are looking for a Technology Lead, eDiscovery & Information Governance to join our eDiscovery and Information Governance Legal Team. In your role, you will focus on discovery/disclosure efforts in the various phases of the EDRM model for litigation and regulatory matters, investigations, and all other matters requiring the identification, preservation, collection, processing, and production of data. You will collaborate with a variety of technical and non-technical stakeholders, including case managers, project managers, information governance specialists, data scientists, and attorneys, as well as outside vendors. You will provide overall guidance and recommend best practices for extracting, processing, and filtering data in a defensible manner. You will be responsible for delivering technology-related client services in the areas of data mapping and documentation, forensic data collections, data extraction, data processing, data review, as well as digital and forensic extraction and analysis. You will be responsible for having an understanding of the SAAS collection and processing tools utilized by the team as well as evaluating alternative tools in the marketplace. You should also have a working knowledge of the laws that govern discovery and should be prepared to testify on the Company’s behalf relating to the defensibility of our processes during discovery disputes.

Responsibilities

1. Collect and analyze data from a variety of electronic media and company data sources: performing imaging of computers, laptops, cell phones, tablets, and other devices collecting from a variety of cloud-based repositories, internal tools, collaboration tools, and company data sources.
2. Maintain a repository of data in order to track evidence and leverage previously collected and produced data.
3. Serve as a primary point of contact with internal merits counsel, case teams, vendors, and outside counsel law firms in order to execute processes throughout the EDRM lifecycle of legal matters.
4. Manage and update eDiscovery data processing and production specifications for the Company.
5. Consult with case teams to develop and implement eDiscovery project plans.
6. Monitor and research emerging eDiscovery technology tools and make recommendations on process improvements.
7. Identify areas for overall process improvements and automation.
8. Train case teams on tools and technology to better support the lifecycle of legal matters.
9. Maintain appropriate documentation (SOPs) including Chain of Custody and due diligence related to collections and processing.
10. Work extended hours when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s Degree.
2. 5+ years experience with collection and processing technology, within a corporate legal environment or eDiscovery Service Provider.
3. Experience managing confidential information with professionalism and unquestionable integrity.
4. Proficient with eDiscovery platforms such as Nuix, M365, Relativity, SAAS Collection tools, and Proofpoint.
5. Proficient with device collections, including experience with Cellebrite Digital Collector and Physical Analyzer in imaging and extracting data, Paladin (laptops/desktops), EnCase/FTK and other forensic collection technology tools.
6. Working knowledge of data mining tools to search, sort, and organize large amounts of electronic information.
7. Experience operating macOS, Linux based OS, and similar Command Line Interface applications.
8. Understanding of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM).
9. Experience working with unstructured/structured datasets exported from various platforms, including analysis and custom work to develop reports.
10. Experience communicating complex ideas to technical and non-technical partners.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Previous experience providing testimony in support of eDiscovery collections and processes.
2. Familiarity with AI tools.

About Meta

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology.

US$104,000/year to US$146,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.