Corporate Counsel, Security Legal

Amazon • Arlington, VA

82d • $138,500 - $229,000

About The Position

Amazon is looking for a Corporate Counsel, Security to join the team of lawyers supporting our global security teams, policies and practices across a diverse array of business lines and groups — including consumer, devices, entertainment, healthcare, operations, corporate services, physical stores and more. The position will report to the Associate General Counsel for Security.

Requirements

• 5+ years of legal experience
• Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work
• Experience advising on cybersecurity legal compliance.
• Experience providing legal support in data security event response.

Responsibilities

• Providing advice and support to security teams and others on compliance with all manner of security laws and regulations, including cybersecurity, data privacy and data breach laws.
• Leading the legal response for security incidents, directing investigation, assessing legal obligations and advising on and drafting customer and regulator communications.
• Supporting our teams in drafting and presenting security-related documents to various audiences including executive leadership.
• Working collaboratively with teams including Compliance, Public Policy, Public Relations, Privacy and partner legal teams.
• Managing outside counsel relationships, directing budgeting and allocation of resources, staffing and strategic approaches to work.
• Providing legal advice and support on security aspects of due diligence and M&A agreements.

Benefits

• Equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package.
• Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree