Deputy General Counsel; DGC

Intelligent. Dynamic. Resilient.

Everfox, formerly Forcepoint Federal, has been defending the world’s most critical data and networks against the most complex cyber threats for more than 25 years. As trailblazers in defense‑grade, high‑assurance cyber security, we have led the way in developing and delivering innovative cyber security technology. We protect data wherever it resides. Our unwavering dedication to our customers and the critical missions they serve is what sets us apart.

We are dynamic, vigilant, and proactive in everything we do. Our suite of cross‑domain threat protection and insider risk solutions empower governments and enterprise organizations to use data safely—where and however their people need it. At Everfox, we innovate, invest, achieve, and protect what matters most. We offer protection like no other so our customers can focus on what matters most—their mission.

Job Title: Deputy General Counsel (DGC)

Location: Remote (U.S.

-based);
Herndon, VA preferred

Reporting To: Chief Legal Officer

Leadership Level: Senior Leadership Team (SLT)

Everfox protects the world’s most critical data and systems in highly regulated, mission‑critical environments. The Deputy General Counsel (DGC) serves as a senior legal executive and strategic partner to the Chief Legal Officer (CLO), the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and senior business leaders across the enterprise, bringing deep technology‑sector experience to advise on matters central to a high‑growth defense‑tech business.

This role provides day‑to‑day leadership of the Legal function, ensures high‑quality legal counsel across all material risk areas, and acts as a force multiplier for legal strategy, execution, and operational excellence. The DGC operates with broad delegated authority, high trust, and enterprise‑wide visibility—frequently acting on behalf of the CLO in executive, operational, and risk‑critical contexts.

As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the DGC is accountable for translating legal strategy into execution, proactively identifying and mitigating risk, strengthening governance and compliance, and enabling business outcomes through practical, solutions‑oriented legal guidance. This role is central to Everfox’s ability to scale securely, responsibly, and in alignment with the highest government, regulatory, and ethical standards.

The ideal candidate would be an experienced Deputy General Counsel, or someone ready to elevate into the role based on prior leadership experience, and can be viewed as a successor to the Chief Legal Officer.

• Serve as a senior advisor to the C‑Suite and Executive Leadership Team on legal risk, regulatory exposure, governance, and strategic initiatives.
• Act as delegated authority for the Chief Legal Officer, representing the Legal function in executive forums, cross‑functional leadership discussions, and high‑stakes decision‑making.
• Lead and oversee complex, high‑impact legal matters spanning multiple business units, jurisdictions, or regulatory regimes.

• Partner with the CLO to define and execute legal strategy aligned to Everfox’s mission, growth objectives, and risk tolerance.
• Proactively identify emerging legal, regulatory, contractual, and reputational risks; develop mitigation strategies and advise leadership with clarity and confidence.
• Ensure consistent, enterprise‑wide legal standards, governance frameworks, and policy application.

• Technology transactions (software licensing, technology purchase agreements, strategic partnerships)
• Commercial and international technology agreements
• Intellectual property and product counseling
• Employment and labor matters
• Litigation, ethics, and investigations
• AI initiatives and data privacy
• Vendor and supply‑chain agreements (in partnership with Procurement)
• Drive operational rigor, prioritization, scalability, and continuous improvement within the Legal function.
• Establish clear ownership, decision rights, and escalation pathways to support speed, accountability, and risk discipline.

• Work closely with Sales,…