Corporate Counsel, Security Legal

DESCRIPTION

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.

Key job 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.

About the team
Amazon is a leader in global e-commerce. Our innovative technologies change the way people find, discover and buy products and services. At Amazon, security is job zero. The Amazon security organization is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Lawyers at Amazon are trusted members of the business. Our work is intellectually challenging and exciting. Developing innovative solutions to novel legal questions is part of our daily business.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

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