Director, Cybersecurity Counsel

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Join the team as Twilio’s next Director, Cybersecurity Counsel

Who we are & why we’re hiring

Twilio powers real-time business communications and data solutions that help companies and developers worldwide build better applications and customer experiences.

Although we're headquartered in San Francisco, we have presence throughout South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. We're on a journey to becoming a global company that actively opposes racism and all forms of oppression and bias. At Twilio, we support diversity, equity & inclusion wherever we do business.

About the job

Twilio is looking for an experienced Director, Cybersecurity Counsel to act as Twilio’s first dedicated global cybersecurity legal lead. This role will be part of Twilio’s Privacy team, reporting to Twilio’s Chief Privacy Officer. 

Who?

You are a talented and creative attorney who is passionate about working on a broad spectrum of cybersecurity related matters, experienced in managing incidents and supporting the development of cybersecurity risk management programs and privacy too. You have experience advising on cybersecurity for a US listed company with global operations. You must have excellent judgment and writing skills, and be a strong collaborator and influencer.

• Qualified US lawyer with strong academic credentials and demonstrated record of success as a lawyer.
• 8+ years of legal experience, with at least 4+ years in private practice
• Significant experience in cybersecurity, privacy and technology related laws and regulations
• Significant experience in supporting and advising on cybersecurity incidents, including forensics investigations and the use of third party researchers

• Significant knowledge of evolving trends and best practices for privacy and cybersecurity regimes and related experience in advising and supporting government relations and public policy teams

• Demonstrated ability to apply legal and risk analysis to factual circumstances and exercise sound judgment
• Demonstrated experience supporting the development of corporate cybersecurity and privacy programs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated legal writing skill in describing key facts, analyzing legal issues and presenting advice clearly and succinctly to senior executives
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with people at all levels within and outside of the organization
• Ability to manage a large matter load of varying complexity and work efficiently and productively
• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US or EU) desirable but not essential. 

Responsibilities