Assistant General Counsel, Data Strategy & Security Greater New York City, NY Area

The Company is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to advise on cybersecurity, data governance, privacy, and artificial intelligence matters. The role involves counseling business leaders on cyber incidents, breach notification obligations, regulatory requirements, and defensible controls, while supporting privacy initiatives such as impact assessments and privacy-by-design practices. The attorney will partner with legal colleagues on regulatory inquiries and civil litigation, provide practical legal and technical guidance, and help business teams manage data risks and governance. They will also translate complex legal requirements into clear, actionable advice and support innovative business initiatives. Candidates must hold a Juris Doctor degree and have at least three years of relevant legal experience in corporate data security or cybersecurity. Required qualifications include knowledge of U.S. and global privacy laws, cybersecurity regulations, and emerging AI rules, along with strong communication, analytical, organizational, negotiation, and business skills. Applicants should demonstrate AI literacy, sound judgment, initiative, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Admission to the New York bar or eligibility for registered in-house counsel practice is preferred, as is experience in insurance, financial services, or another highly regulated industry.

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Guardian Life