Senior Counsel - Global Cybersecurity

MetLife•Cary, NC

10d•$159,900 - $213,200•Hybrid

About The Position

MetLife is seeking an attorney with global cybersecurity legal experience to join its cyber legal team. The Senior Counsel will advise the Enterprise on laws and regulations governing cybersecurity preparedness and response, working closely with Legal Affairs, Global Security, Compliance, Risk, and Government Affairs. The role supports MetLife’s Global Security organization and provides legal interpretation and guidance on cybersecurity laws and regulations across the Enterprise. This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office. The expected salary range is $159,900–$213,200, and the position may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. The posting is for a current vacancy and is anticipated to remain open for at least 90 days from the listed posting date.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active state bar membership.
At least eight years of legal counsel experience in a law firm, consulting, government, or in-house environment.
Extensive expertise in cybersecurity and privacy law, with knowledge of security standards, frameworks, risk assessments, and certification processes.
Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills, with experience managing complex legal and business matters.
Excellent communication and project management abilities, including translating complex technical and legal concepts for diverse audiences.
Ability to collaborate effectively, build relationships, and work across diverse teams, regions, and stakeholder groups.
Highly organized team player capable of multitasking, prioritizing competing demands, and driving results in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

In-house legal experience in financial services, particularly supporting a technology or cybersecurity team.
Experience with internal investigations, regulatory enforcement, law enforcement, and/or national security matters related to cybersecurity.
Experience with AI-enabled tools.

Responsibilities

Lead and advise on cyber incident response investigations, ensuring regulatory compliance while minimizing litigation and regulatory risk.
Provide legal counsel on cybersecurity matters, including incident response, third-party risk, audits, regulatory inquiries, emerging technologies, and business transactions across global regions.
Manage interactions with law enforcement and regulatory agencies and monitor evolving cybersecurity laws, regulations, and policy trends.
Develop, implement, and enforce information security policies, standards, and procedures to meet regulatory and contractual requirements.
Provide strategic legal guidance on cybersecurity programs, including vulnerability management, application security, identity and access management, and related initiatives.
Support executive and board reporting, cybersecurity training, and tabletop exercises.
Foster strong collaboration across legal, business, and cybersecurity stakeholders worldwide.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug coverage
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
No-cost short- and long-term disability
Company-paid life insurance
Legal services
Retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife
401(k) with employer matching
Group discounts on voluntary insurance products, including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Digital mental health programs
Parental leave
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Volunteer time off
Tuition assistance