Privacy, Cyber Security, and AI Attorney

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

JOB SUMMARY:

Manages and provides advice on all aspects of issues while advising the company on legal matters related to the internet, e-commerce, global data privacy, data protection, cyber security, and AI (Artificial Intelligence). Provides guidance and focus on the storage and management of information within computer networks and cyberspace. Represent the legal team in the cross-functional board charged with review of and guidance with respect to utilization of AI tools within the company. Identifies and manages risks to the business while serving as trusted advisor when counseling management. Identify and drive organizational and cultural changes needed to adapt strategically to changing market demands, technology, and internal initiatives; catalyze new approaches to improve results by transforming organizational culture, systems, or products/services. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and managerial courage, emotional strength and maturity, and excellent business partnership and relationship-building skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Guide and educate the business on best practices and trends in regard to consumer protection laws, privacy laws, cyber security, e-commerce, AI laws/regulations, and e-discovery issues.

• Support the planning, design, development, implementation, maintenance of, and adherence to a comprehensive global privacy plan and a global Artificial Intelligence policy

• Draft and negotiate vendor agreements with respect to data privacy, data protection, and AI utilization

• Advise and support cybersecurity and information security leaders at all levels of governance, oversight, policy development, implementation, compliance, and monitoring; cyber security defense, preparedness and response; security products, systems, networks and operations

• Participate in a risk-based assessment to provide strategic advice regarding various generative AI tools and provide guidance for adoption; the attorney will play a significant role in shaping and maturing AI policies, providing strategic advice and risk assessments to clients regarding their use of AI, and participating in industry advocacy concerning AI laws and regulations.

• Draft and implement policies and procedures for the company surrounding privacy and security law, as well as the appropriate use of generative AI tools

• Partner with business to help drive innovative products that are privacy centric by design

• Lead cross functional projects by supporting strategic business priorities and influence decision making

• Ensure that corporate data collection, storage and protection programs are consistent and comply with legal requirements

• Resolve legal information-security issues involving security technology, databases, information networks, and international service delivery of technology

• Advise on notification and other obligations in connection with security and privacy incidents and incident response programs

• Identify and assess the legal risks and opportunities and advise accordingly

• Partner with outside counsel as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 6+ years of experience as a practicing attorney with specific experience in privacy, cyber security and artificial intelligence

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school

• Working level knowledge of Open Source Software a plus

• CIPP/US certification required or PLS certification (preferred) with expert-level knowledge in privacy and cyber security laws, including international privacy and cyber security laws

• Demonstrates managerial and leadership courage

• High emotional intelligence that shows emotional strength and maturity

• Excellent communication, both verbally and written

• Strong organizational skills, ability to juggle multiple priorities & meet short deadlines, and work in a very fast-paced environment

• Strong advocacy, negotiation, interpersonal, and legal research skills

• Strategic and innovative thinker

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Hybrid working model (in office/WFH). Onsite schedule based on business need. ​

• Potential for remote based with travel to Polaris locations based on business need, dependen