Description:

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century's most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

About the Job:
We are looking for an Associate General Counsel - Cybersecurity to join our rapidly growing Legal Team in Washington, DC or Costa Mesa, CA to serve as Anduril's primary legal expert on cybersecurity law and compliance.

This role will provide strategic legal counsel on all aspects of cybersecurity affecting Anduril's operations—from advising on government contract cybersecurity requirements (CMMC, NIST 800-171, DFARS 7012) to managing data breach response, supporting cybersecurity compliance frameworks, and negotiating security terms in commercial and government contracts.

You will partner closely with Anduril's Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), IT Security, Engineering, Compliance, and Business Development teams to translate complex cybersecurity regulations into practical, scalable solutions that enable our mission while protecting our systems, data, and customers. This is not a traditional compliance role—you'll be building and owning Anduril's cybersecurity legal program from the ground up in a fast-paced, high-growth defense technology company.

Anduril is a fast-growing company at the early stages of growth. Consistent with this fast growth, members of Anduril's Legal Team must be resourceful, creative, and eager to take ownership of complex matters. Our team is passionate about the law and policy of defense technology and you should have an independent interest in cybersecurity issues facing dual-use technology companies. Anduril fosters a diverse, collaborative culture with tremendous opportunities for ownership and professional growth.

What You'll Do:
Strategic Cybersecurity Counseling

Serve as Anduril's primary legal expert on cybersecurity law, providing strategic advice to executive leadership, the CISO, and business units on complex cybersecurity legal and regulatory issues
Advise on cybersecurity requirements in government contracts including FAR/DFARS cybersecurity clauses (DFARS 7012, 7019, 7020), CMMC compliance pathways, NIST 800-171 obligations, contractor classified infrastructure regulations (NISPOM, DAAG) and agency-specific security requirements (DoD, DHS, DoE)
Counsel on cybersecurity aspects of OTAs, prototype agreements, production contracts, and other non-traditional contract vehicles
Review, negotiate, and draft cybersecurity terms in government contracts, commercial agreements, teaming arrangements, and vendor/supplier contracts
Provide thought leadership on emerging cybersecurity regulations affecting defense contractors and autonomous systems operators

Compliance Program Development & Management

Design, implement, and continuously improve Anduril's cybersecurity compliance program, policies, and internal controls in partnership with the CISO and Security team
Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, procedures, playbooks, and templates aligned with contractual obligations and regulatory requirements
Support CMMC assessments and certifications, working with C3PAOs and ensuring legal alignment with assessment requirements
Advise on system security plans (SSPs), plans of action and milestones (POA&Ms), and other security documentation
Monitor and assess emerging cybersecurity laws, regulations, executive orders, and agency guidance (e.g., CISA directives, OMB memoranda, DoD cybersecurity initiatives) and advise on business impact
Support internal and external audits, assessments, and regulatory inquiries related to cybersecurity compliance

Incident Response & Crisis Management

Lead legal aspects of cybersecurity incident response, including assessment of notification and reporting obligations under federal regulations (e.g., DFARS 252.204-7012, Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act) and state breach notification laws
Advise on incident containment strategies, forensic investigations, and post-incident remediation from a legal perspective
Coordinate with outside counsel, forensic vendors, and cyber insurance carriers during security incidents
Manage privilege considerations during investigations and ensure appropriate documentation and communications
Prepare executives and board members for incident-related communications and disclosures

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with IT Security, Engineering, and Product teams on cybersecurity requirements for product development, cloud architecture, data handling, and system access controls
Work with Contracts team to ensure cybersecurity terms flow down appropriately to subcontractors and suppliers
Collaborate with Compliance team on cybersecurity training programs for employees, contractors, and third parties
Support Business Development in addressing customer cybersecurity requirements during capture and proposal phases
Advise on cybersecurity due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and other strategic transactions
Engage with industry coalitions, government agencies, and standards bodies on cybersecurity policy and best practices

Cybersecurity Risk Management

Assess and advise on cybersecurity risks in business operations, third-party relationships, and new initiatives
Review and negotiate cybersecurity insurance policies and advise on coverage issues
Develop risk-based approaches to cybersecurity compliance that balance regulatory requirements with business objectives
Support executive decision-making on cybersecurity investments and risk acceptance

Required Qualifications:

J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (DC or CA Bar strongly preferred)
8-12 years of legal experience with substantial focus on cybersecurity law, either at a law firm, government agency, or in-house at a technology or defense company
Deep knowledge of cybersecurity laws and regulations applicable to government contractors, including FAR/DFARS cybersecurity requirements, CMMC framework, NIST standards (particularly NIST 800-171), and federal breach notification/reporting obligations
Proven experience advising clients on cybersecurity compliance programs, incident response, and security-related investigations
Experience negotiating cybersecurity terms in government contracts and commercial agreements, including security controls, audit rights, liability allocation, and indemnification provisions
Strong understanding of information security concepts, including network security, encryption, access controls, threat intelligence, and security frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001)
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills with ability to translate technical security concepts into clear legal advice
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to explain complex cybersecurity legal issues to technical and non-technical audiences, including executives
Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple complex matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Strong judgment and business acumen with track record of providing practical, solution-oriented advice
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities
This position requires occasional travel to Anduril facilities (Costa Mesa, Washington DC, Atlanta, and emerging manufacturing sites), customer locations, and industry conferences. Employee should expect up to 20% travel.

Preferred Qualifications:

Combination of law firm and in-house experience, particularly in-house experience as primary cybersecurity legal owner at a defense contractor, technology company, or critical infrastructure operator
Experience with government cybersecurity audits, assessments, and investigations (e.g., DCMA DIBCAC reviews, CMMC assessments, agency inspector general investigations)
Deep familiarity with DoD cybersecurity ecosystem including Defense Industrial Base (DIB) programs, Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) requirements, and DoD Chief Information Officer (CIO) guidance
Experience with cybersecurity aspects of cloud computing, software-as-a-service, and AI/ML systems
Background in incident response including experience managing data breaches, ransomware events, or supply chain compromises
Understanding of threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and security operations center (SOC) functions
Cybersecurity or information security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CIPP, CISM) or willingness to obtain