Assistant General Counsel - Cyber Counsel

Truist Bank•Charlotte, NC

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cyber Counsel position will provide legal support to Truist on matters related to cybersecurity, fraud, and data protection. In particular, the job will include advising the enterprise on cyber legal risk and requirements as well as providing legal support to business units responsible for cybersecurity and fraud. This attorney will be a member of the Cyber Legal Team in the Technology Group of the Legal Department and will work closely with Truist’s cybersecurity and fraud teams as well as compliance and risk partners. This role has in office expectations and can be located in the following offices: Charlotte, NC, Atlanta, GA, Raleigh, NC, Richmond, VA or D.C.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and licensed to practice law in good standing
Minimum 5 years of post-bar legal experience, including contract negotiation and legal work related to cybersecurity, fraud, data protection, and/or privacy.
Strong background in state and federal laws and regulations related to cybersecurity, fraud, and data protection, especially those relevant to the financial services industry (e.g., GLBA, NYDFS, PCI).
Proven self-starter willing to work independently and take on responsibility
Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize matters, utilize time management skills, and move between matters fluidly
Ability to handle a dynamic workload and meet critical deadlines.
Team-oriented mentality and excellent interpersonal skills .
Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products

Nice To Haves

Certified Information Privacy Professional/United States (CIPP/US) or another similar certification
Experience in a corporate legal department, especially a financial institution, having successfully held positions of advancing responsibility
Comfortable working in the entrepreneurial environment of a large, complex corporation.

Responsibilities

Provide support to Truist’s Legal Department and lines of business on legal matters relating to cybersecurity, fraud, and data protection, including GLBA, NYDFS, PCI, and FFIEC frameworks.
Responsible for assessing legal risk, providing legal advice related to routine matters, and resolving legal problems which may represent potential exposure to Truist.
Negotiate contract terms related to cybersecurity and data protection.
Assist cybersecurity and fraud incident response, including advising on legal risk and data breach notification requirements.
Keep abreast of and analyze legislation, regulations, and case law developments relating to cybersecurity, fraud, and data protection that affect Truist and the financial services industry.
Serve as an individual contributor but may provide ad hoc work direction and leadership to other legal staff regarding support on active cases or projects.

Benefits

All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position.
Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates.
Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays.
Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan.
As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.

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