Senior Counsel - Privacy, Compliance & Contracts

Job Description

Job Description

We help the world Be Everyday Ready ™

Today’s threatscape is relentless. So are we. At Cyderes, we specialize in building practical IAM, exposure management, and risk programs, and stopping active threats fast with MDR that works with your existing security tools — all augmented by AI and driven by seasoned operators. Our tireless global team is laser-focused on cybersecurity, arming organizations with the people, platforms, and perspectives they need to conquer whatever tomorrow throws their way.

About the Role:

This position will be an in-house generalist role responsible for building and maintaining frameworks and processes which ensure the company adheres to its compliance requirements as well as supporting the Go-To-Market function negotiating Master Services Agreements and related contracts. There will be an emphasis on Privacy and Security standards and additional engagement with other areas driven by business needs.

Preference for candidates in the following metros: Houston TX, Kansas City MO, Orlando FL, Rogers AR, although qualified Remote candidates will be considered.

• As a privacy subject matter expert, maintain processes and remain up to date on legal and regulatory changes to facilitate compliance
• Present management recommendations on operationalizing initiatives
• Interface with internal stakeholders to gather inputs/requirements and engage in dialogue with external stakeholders including regulators, auditors, and clients, as required
• Review and negotiate client and vendor contracts to ensure alignment with company policies
• Assist in managing insurance portfolio
• Engage in cross-functional discussions to advise other departments including Technical, Marketing, and Sales
• Support incident response efforts by assessing privacy impact, coordinating investigations, and managing required breach notifications
• Develop and deliver privacy training programs and awareness initiatives to promote a culture of compliance across the organization

• Minimum Qualification: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
• 5-10 years’ experience negotiating IT/SaaS contracts and handling privacy matters
• Demonstrated experience building or maintaining processes/frameworks fostering company compliance, preferably in a high growth private company setting
• Knowledge of privacy laws required, especially for EU, US, Canada, UK
• Must have prior experience engaging directly with clients and/or external stakeholders
• Experience in insurance matters would be considered an asset
• Experience managing personnel would be considered an asset
• Self-motivated and proactive in problem-solving and process improvement

WHY CYDERES?

Benefits that go beyond the basics, we support our people so they can do their best work.

✔ Medical Insurance - Employee + dependents covered

✔ Life Insurance - Protection for what matters most

✔ Retirement Match Program - We invest in your future

✔ Hybrid Work Model - 2–3 days in office

✔ Maternity & Paternity Leave - Time for the moments that matter

✔ Paid Time Off - PTO + sick & casual leave

✔ Bereavement & Volunteer Time - Give back to your community

✔ Professional Development - Reimbursement program

✔ LinkedIn L&D Platform - Thousands of courses at your fingertips

✔ Mobile Phone Reimbursement - Stay connected, on us

Cyderes i s an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

Note: This job posting is intended for direct applicants only. We request that outside recruiters do not contact us regarding this position.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.