Senior Counsel-- Technology, Security and Data Privacy

PNC•Washington, DC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Senior Counsel within PNC's Corporate Governance organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh or Philadelphia, PA or Washington, DC. PNC Legal is seeking an experienced lawyer to provide legal support on issues related to technology, data privacy, and security. The candidate should have a strong background in driving secure technology initiatives in highly regulated or sensitive environments. This attorney will be responsible for providing legal advice and support throughout the organization on a wide variety of matters of varying complexity with a particular focus on domestic and international privacy, data management, artificial intelligence, operational resiliency, data protection, incident management, the various pillars of security, and the practical implementation of laws for all such topics. The role involves integration and collaboration cross-functionally with business units as well as shared services in the bank to protect customer data and fulfil regulatory obligations The position requires the following areas of experience: •Extensive experience analyzing and applying corporate policies, laws and regulations relating to information use, privacy, and data protection such as GLBA, Reg P, FCRA, RFPA, HIPAA, CCPA, GDPR, PIPEDA, TCPA, CAN-SPAM, and other federal, state, and international privacy and data protection laws. •Understanding and support for incident response processes consistent with FFIEC guidance and state data breach laws. •Familiarity with privacy issues intersecting with employment and security, both in the US and internationally. •Advising on legal implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies including how to proactively build towards complaint solutions. •Monitor and interpret evolving AI laws and regulations, translating requirements into practical guidance. •Experience analyzing, drafting, and consulting on contractual terms dealing with privacy, data use, and security standards related to third parties such as vendors and clients. •Knowledge of privacy and security control frameworks such as NIST and ISO. •Work with a global team of privacy, data, security, and technology professionals. •Knowledge of digital marketing technologies and implementation requirements. •Advise the company’s privacy, security, business, and product teams on appropriate controls to comply with global regulatory requirements, including international data transfers, standard contractional clauses, and other lawful transfer mechanisms. •Conduct and review privacy and data governance assessments for new and emerging products and services. •Proficient with online and mobile banking laws, and privacy notice and disclosure requirements. •Ability to assess risk in a dynamic environment and provide constructive mitigation options. •Provide subject matter advice and support in connection with regulatory inquiries, data subject access requests, and the underlying policies and procedures to support privacy and security. •Stay current and provide feedback on relevant U.S. and international laws and regulations, especially those related to technology, security, and data privacy. •Review and analyze new/updated/proposed laws to determine applicability, potential impact to the business, and suggested revisions. •Proven ability to prioritize and manage a dynamic workload independently. •Ability to translate legal advice into practical objectives to assist in innovation while maintaining compliance with applicable laws and regulations. PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals. PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Requirements

Roles at this level require a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in at least one jurisdiction.
Industry-relevant experience is typically 8+ years.
JD (Required)
Active State License - Multiple Issuers Licenses

Nice To Haves

Legal Compliance
Legal Consulting
Legal Practices
Legal Risk
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Assessments
Business Ethics
Decision Making and Critical Thinking
Effective Communications
Establishing and Maintaining Trust
External Resource Management
Influencing Through Expertise
Legal Analysis
Legal Function
Negotiating
Problem Solving

Responsibilities

Performs significant and complex legal work while regularly interacting with management.
Oversees legal research, analysis, consultation, and documentation within a framework of legal compliance and risk management.
Responsible for managing the expense for outside counsel relationships, provides strategic direction on when to leverage outside counsel.
Works with outside counsel combining their advice with analysis and feedback from internal stakeholders to provide practical guidance.
Networks with outside organizations to advance legal interests and legal health of the corporation and its industry.

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future.
Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.
In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.
To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.

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