Corporate Counsel Cybersecurity

Specific responsibilities include:

Collaborating with and providing strategic counseling to legal colleagues, business partners, and management on a wide range of complex cybersecurity law issues
Advising on cybersecurity requirements such as controls and reporting in government contracts and agreements with suppliers and other third parties
Supporting company frameworks and processes aligned with cyber legal and regulatory requirements for safeguarding sensitive data and information systems, compliance with standards and incident response
Providing thought leadership and supporting development and implementation of enterprise-level strategic cybersecurity initiatives
Advising on issues related to cybersecurity law including privacy and information security
Monitoring developments in policy, legal and regulatory requirements in cybersecurity, engaging with industry groups and customers, and advising leadership and business partners on best practices
Developing and conducting enterprise-wide training on cybersecurity topics
We are seeking a candidate with the following background:

Highly motivated individual with strong analytical and process-development skills, clear and strategic thinking, exceptional judgment, sense of accountability, integrity and a record of managing complex cybersecurity matters
Ability to provide accurate, timely, and pragmatic advice
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work in a collaborative and inclusive environment, with the ability to engage and motivate others through thought leadership
Strong time-management and organizational skills, responsiveness, and a demonstrated ability to balance multiple competing priorities
Basic Qualifications:

Juris Doctor degree and Bachelor's degree
Active state bar membership
At least 8 years' cybersecurity experience in a law firm, government, or as in-house counsel
Experience in negotiating cybersecurity-related terms in government contracts and commercial agreements
Experience working closely with other lawyers, cybersecurity professionals and business leaders on cybersecurity issues
Candidates must have the ability to obtain a DoD Secret level security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:

Significant experience with U.S. government contract IP regulations (FAR and DFARS) and complex issues relating to technical data and computer software
Experience in privacy law
* Active DoD Secret level security clearance
Primary Level Salary Range: $233,300.00 - $335,300.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Falls Church, VA

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10225758

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-03-14T20:12:28