DIRECTOR, LEGAL AFFAIRS
Core
Strategic legal counsel for emergency management, focusing on privacy law, data protection, and IT agreements at the intersection of law and technology.
Role type
Director, Legal Affairs (Privacy & IT)
Builds
Legal frameworks, policies, and agreements supporting emergency response and data privacy initiatives.
Domain
Public Sector / Emergency Management / Privacy Law
Required skills
Privacy law expertise, Data protection regulations, IT contract negotiation, Emergency management law, Legal supervision, Policy development, Cybersecurity regulations, Litigation support, Contract drafting, Regulatory compliance
Preferred skills
New York State Executive Law, NYC Charter, Racial equity in policymaking, Emergency response training
Technologies
GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, SaaS platforms, Cybersecurity frameworks
Responsibilities
Supervise legal and administrative staff, Provide legal advice on compliance and contracting, Advise on global and state privacy regulations, Draft and negotiate complex IT agreements, Monitor emerging privacy laws and cybersecurity regulations, Support incident response and data breach investigations, Develop compliance processes, Coordinate with internal teams and external agencies, Prepare legal documents and research materials, Lead special projects, Serve as acting supervisor
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & management