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Corporate Attorney

$171,000 - $255,000/ year
Posted Mar 14
Full TimeHybridDurham, North Carolina

Job Summary:

NetApp is seeking a Corporate Attorney with a primary focus on security, privacy, and procurement. This role will be responsible for advising on cybersecurity incident response, compliance with global cybersecurity laws, industry and government certifications, security-by-design initiatives, regulatory support, and procurement-related legal matters. The ideal candidate will develop and enhance NetApp’s legal security framework in an evolving cybersecurity landscape.

This role is a hybrid position that requires two days a week in office at one of our NetApp offices:  San Jose, CA; Washington D.C. metro area; Boulder, CO; or RTP, NC.

 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Lead cybersecurity incident response efforts, working closely with Security, Engineering, Support, and Legal teams, as well as external counsel, to ensure effective investigation and mitigation
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of a security incident and vulnerability response program, addressing threat detection, investigation, containment, and mitigation
  • Guide NetApp in achieving and maintaining industry security certifications and standards (public and private sectors)
  • Support NetApp’s sales organization in navigating regulated markets with elevated cybersecurity requirements
  • Partner with the public sector security legal team to address cyber-related federal regulations
  • Ensure compliance with global cybersecurity laws such as NIS2 and DORA
  • Collaborate with Security, Product, and Marketing teams to review security-related public statements.
  • Provide security-by-design product counseling, ensuring legal compliance and best security practices from the outset
  • Advise NetApp’s commercial legal teams on cybersecurity-related contract negotiations for customers, partners, and vendors
  • Support procurement and IT legal matters, advising on contractual obligations, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance associated with vendor security policies and third-party security agreements.

 

Job Requirements:

  • 8+ years of experience as a practicing cybersecurity attorney, preferably in the tech industry
  • In-depth knowledge of security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, NIST 800-71, ISO 27001, SOC 1, SOC 2)
  • Strong understanding of U.S. cybersecurity laws (e.g., CFAA, CIS Act, ECPA) and familiarity with global cybersecurity standards
  • Experience with procurement legal matters, including vendor security compliance and risk assessment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across multiple teams
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

This is a unique opportunity to shape a brand-new role within NetApp and have a direct impact on the company's cybersecurity and procurement legal strategy. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams in a dynamic and innovative environment, addressing some of the most pressing security and procurement challenges in the industry. If you thrive in fast-moving, high-impact roles and are passionate about cybersecurity and procurement law, we encourage you to apply!

 

Education:

  • BA/BS and JD from an accredited law school with 8+ years of relevant experience

 

Compensation:

The target salary range for this position is $171K - $255K. The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards, reflecting a variety of factors, and include a comprehensive benefits package. This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO), various Leave options, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU’s), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of the recruitment process. 

At NetApp, we embrace a hybrid working environment designed to strengthen connection, collaboration, and culture for all employees. This means that most roles will have some level of in-office and/or in-person expectations, which will be shared during the recruitment process.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, and any other protected classification.

 

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Why NetApp?

We are all about helping customers turn challenges into business opportunity. It starts with bringing new thinking to age-old problems, like how to use data most effectively to run better - but also to innovate. We tailor our approach to the customer's unique needs with a combination of fresh thinking and proven approaches.

We enable a healthy work-life balance. Our volunteer time off program is best in class, offering employees 40 hours of paid time per year to volunteer with their favorite organizations. We provide comprehensive medical, dental, wellness, and vision plans for you and your family. We offer educational assistance, legal services, and access to discounts. Finally, we provide financial savings programs to help you plan for your future.

If you want to help us build knowledge and solve big problems, let's talk.

 

Submitting an application

To ensure a streamlined and fair hiring process for all candidates, our team only reviews applications submitted through our company website. This practice allows us to track, assess, and respond to applicants efficiently. Emailing our employees, recruiters, or Human Resources personnel directly will not influence your application.