Senior Corporate Counsel: US Public Sector ComplianceLocation: Washington, District of Columbia, US
Alternate Location: Remote for US locations
Area of Interest: Legal
Compensation Range: 219700 USD - 268700 USD
Job Type: Professional
Job Id: 1432343
Application window has been extended and expected to close on 12/23/2024.
This is a remote position.
What You'll DoCisco's Regulatory Affairs, Legal team is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Corporate Counsel to advise on compliance matters, laws, and regulations governing U.S. federal (FED), state, local, and education (SLED) public sector business. This role requires a deep understanding of U.S. public sector compliance, strong problem-solving and analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively.
Key responsibilities will include: Providing legal advice and support on compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and its supplements, and relevant statutes.Developing policies and guidelines crafted to foster a culture of trust and mitigate and address risks inherent to the public sector.Conducting internal assessments and monitoring for potential compliance issues and recommending pragmatic solutions.Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including sales, finance, and operations functions, to operationalize compliance with contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.Partnering with Cisco's Government Affairs team to help shape evolving regulations in a dynamic regulatory landscape.Who You'll Work WithThe Regulatory Affairs team within Cisco's Legal department is comprised of lawyers, operational specialists, program managers, engineers, and subject matter experts focused on topics including privacy, global trade, cybersecurity, telecom, environmental sustainability, and various regulatory practice areas. This team's charter is aligned with influencing, interpreting, and implementing evolving and existing regulations that impact Cisco's business and interacting with external partners on these important topics.
Who You AreMinimum qualifications for this role are: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and licensed in good standing.10+ years of relevant in-house legal and/or law firm experience, with a focus on U.S. public sector compliance and government contracts.Strong understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and relevant statutes.Consistent track record of developing and implementing compliance programs and policies and working with varying business units to develop, deliver, and guide effective, efficient regulatory compliance strategies and programs.Obtain a U.S. government security clearance of TS/SCI with Poly.Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a large technology company or similar industry.Active U.S. government security clearance of TS/SCI with Poly.Why Cisco? #WeAreCisco. We are all unique, but collectively we bring our talents to work as a team, to develop innovative technology and power a more inclusive, digital future for everyone.
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Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:
When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses.
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