Corporate Counsel Information Governance

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of its customers worldwide.  Its 97,000 employees define possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products, and services.

Northrop Grumman’s Law Department is currently seeking a Corporate Counsel, Information Governance who will be responsible for providing guidance and leadership on a wide range of legal issues relating to information governance.  This attorney will report to the Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property, Technology and Information Law. 

Specific responsibilities include:

• Providing thought leadership, driving development and implementation of procedures and strategy on information governance topics including data protection and governance, artificial intelligence, privacy law, and protection of government information
• Providing strategic counseling to business partners in collaboration with other in-house IP attorneys for enterprise level and customer-facing issues
• Monitoring developments in policy, legal and regulatory requirements in information governance areas and advising business partners on best practices
• Collaborating with other attorneys and business partners on issues related to cybersecurity, digital environments, digital engineering, and software strategy
• Supporting Corporate Office functions such as Communications on issues related to trademarks, brand management, advertising, marketing, and consultant and supplier agreements
• Establishing regular meeting rhythms to facilitate communication with stakeholders, seek input and provide guidance
• Developing and conducting enterprise-wide training on information governance 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 information governance 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 in a relevant field
• Active state bar membership
• At least 8 years’ experience in information governance disciplines including intellectual property (e.g., patent law, IP transactions) cybersecurity, or privacy law at a law firm, government, or as in-house counsel
• Experience working closely with other lawyers, technologists and business leaders on information governance issues
• U.S. citizenship required.  Candidates must have the ability to obtain a DOD Secret level security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with U.S. government contract intellectual property regulations (FAR and DFARS)
• Active DoD Secret level security clearance

Salary Range: $206,900.00 - $297,400.00The 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.