NS2 Assistant General Counsel​/Corporate Counsel - Metro DC or Metro Philadelphia

Position: SAP NS2 Assistant General Counsel/Corporate Counsel - Metro DC or Metro Philadelphia
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Company Description

SAP is the global market leader for business software and related services. SAP National Security Services, Inc.® (SAP NS2®) is an independent U.S. subsidiary that offers SAP solutions with specialized levels of security and support to meet the requirements of U.S. national security and critical infrastructure customers.

Must be a U.S. Citizen; this position requires access to customer data.

Hybrid work environment in Herndon, VA or Newtown Square, PA; only Metro DC or Metro Philadelphia candidates will be considered.

Position Description

SAP NS2 is seeking a Corporate Counsel to support its growing portfolio of offerings to government and regulated commercial customers. This position will provide legal advice and analysis to the business in connection with government and commercial contracts and subcontracts, including compliance with FAR and DFARs requirements; national security/FOCI/export controls, cybersecurity, and other legal matters as they arise; conduct internal investigations;

drive the implementation of enhancements to policies and procedures; and support the Deputy General Counsel and Corporate Secretary in preparation for executive and Board‑level briefings.

This role requires a candidate that can proactively manage assignments from start to finish, independently identify and prioritize critical tasks, and drive business‑oriented solutions while mitigating legal risk. The candidate will report to our Deputy General Counsel headquartered in Herndon, Virginia.

Major Duties And

Job Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance to the business in connection with a broad range of agreements with the primary focus on Cloud and Software‑as‑a‑Service (SaaS) contracts with commercial, federal, state, and/or local government customers, as well as commercial software license and support agreements and professional consulting services.

• Review, analyze, and provide solution‑oriented guidance on complex issues including FAR and DFARs requirements, national security/FOCI/export controls, cybersecurity and data privacy, and employment matters.

• Identify risks and areas of concern with respect to contract terms and conditions based on interpretation of company policies and applicable laws and regulations.

• Work with relevant stakeholders to develop alternative terms and conditions as part of the contract negotiation process.

• Track, monitor, and evaluate impact of White House, Congressional, and Defense Department actions and regulatory changes, particularly with respect to the FAR/DFARS.

• Prepare management and Board‑level briefing materials related to compliance matters, legal and policy changes, and major project‑related updates.

• Proactively identify areas for enhancements to corporate policies and procedures and work with relevant business units to implement identified changes.

Education and Qualifications

• 5 to 8+ years’ corporate law firm experience; expertise in government and commercial contracting, export controls and sanctions, national security/FOCI, and/or cybersecurity and data privacy preferred.

• JD from an ABA accredited law school and admission in Virginia or Pennsylvania (or another state bar, with ability to obtain a corporate counsel certificate to practice in Virginia).

• Knowledge of applicable regulations, including the FAR, DFARS and its supplements.

• CPCM, CFCM, CCCM, IAPP or similar certifications a plus.

• Strong collaboration skills to provide timely support to internal business partners.

• Proactive and solutions‑oriented approach to providing legal advice.

• Flexible and willing to support the business on any critical tasks.

• Work independently while managing competing priorities and keeping management fully informed.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Eligible to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.

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