General Counsel, Digital Technology & Global Security

General Counsel, Digital Technology & Global SecurityWe use cookies to personalize and enhance your experience on our site. Visit our Privacy Policy to learn more or manage your personal preferences in our **Cookie Consent Tool**. By using our site, you agree to our use of cookies.### General Counsel, Digital Technology & Global SecurityApply: Evendale: Atlanta GA US 2: Washington DC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 30, 2026 (8 days left to apply): R5041928# ******Job Description Summary******The General Counsel, Digital Technology & Global Security serves as the trusted legal advisor and strategic partner to the GE Aerospace Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Security Officer (CSO) and supports the broader executive team on enterprise technology, cybersecurity, privacy, data protection, third-party risk, product security, artificial intelligence, and global security matters. This role also serves as the Chief Privacy Officer for GE Aerospace. This role drives enterprise resilience and technology enablement through a collaborative, forward-leaning legal partnership that helps protect GE Aerospace’s people, data, systems, and critical assets while enabling the business to adopt transformative technologies with regulatory confidence and operational agility. The role leads legal support for GE Aerospace’s global cyber, artificial intelligence, privacy, and data regulatory compliance efforts; helps enable the Company’s adoption of AI while driving effective AI and data governance; and advances digital transformation while navigating complex legal, regulatory, national security, and operational risks inherent in the aerospace and defense industry.# **Job Description****Role & Responsibilities*** Serve as the principal legal advisor to the CIO, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), and Chief Data and AI Officer (CDAIO), providing proactive counsel on cybersecurity, privacy, data protection, third-party risk, product security, artificial intelligence, operational technology applications, and related digital technology matters.* Lead legal support for GE Aerospace’s AI governance program in partnership with the CDAIO, including developing and maintaining effective, operationally efficient, risk-informed AI use policies, acceptable-use standards, and approval and escalation processes.* Drive AI regulatory readiness by monitoring and assessing emerging AI laws, regulations, and standards (such as the EU AI Act, U.S. federal and state AI requirements, U.S. government and DoD AI policies, and the NIST AI Risk Management Framework); recordkeeping practices that support compliance and audit; and preparing the Company for regulator, customer, and government contracting inquiries regarding its use of AI.* Serve as Chief Privacy Officer, maintaining a strong privacy program to ensure compliance with applicable global regulations and managing and advising on privacy risks, and lead legal support for cyber, privacy, and technology incident response, including improving incident response processes and leading responses to network and data breaches, product security vulnerabilities, and other cyber or privacy incidents, including advice on regulatory disclosures and related litigation and other preparedness actions.* Provide strategic advice, as lead attorney, with GE Aerospace’s Global Security Leader, including with respect to global security risk and compliance initiatives, including national security matters, insider investigations, and applicable national security program regulations.* Lead legal strategy for the evolving global regulatory landscape affecting cyber, privacy, AI, data protection, and national security, including U.S. DoD cyber-related requirements, non-U.S. regulatory regimes, and high-risk regions that may affect digital operations, solution architecture, and integration of new technology with enterprise networks and infrastructure.* Proactively educate and advise senior leadership and, as appropriate, the Board of Directors on cyber, privacy, AI, and related risk matters; engage with government agencies, law enforcement, industry partners, and trade associations to exchange information and share best practices; and advocate for policy, statutory, and regulatory changes globally to advance GE Aerospace’s interests. **Required Qualifications*** Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.* A minimum 10 years of experience as a lawyer, including at least 5 years of expertise practicing in a relevant field (cyber/privacy/technology).* At least 5 years of experience in:* + Cyber, privacy, and/or technology law, including U.S. Department of Defense cyber-related regulatory requirements, and familiarity with the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).* + Advising senior leaders on cyber, artificial intelligence, privacy, technology, and related risk matters.* + Developing and implementing policies, governance frameworks, and practical guidance in support of compliance requirements.**Additional Information*** Due to the nature of the duties of this position, this role requires the individual to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship.**Desired Characteristics*** Demonstrated ability to serve as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives and influence strategic decisions at the enterprise level in large, global, highly regulated organizations.* Experience with global cyber, privacy, AI, and data regulatory regimes, including key non-U.S. requirements where GE Aerospace has significant interests, including Europe and the European Union, and high-risk regions (e.g., China and India) that affect digital operations, technology architecture, and integration with enterprise networks and infrastructure.* Working knowledge of AI-specific regulatory and standards frameworks, such as the EU AI Act, the NIST AI Risk Management Framework, ISO/IEC 42001, and U.S. government and DoD AI policies, and experience preparing an organization for compliance with them.* Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex issues clearly for varied audiences to accelerate decisions and secure buy-in.* Experience engaging with government, industry, and security stakeholders on regulatory and risk matters.* Strong organizational and managerial skills, with demonstrated ability to work across senior leaders, business teams, and functional stakeholders to identify and resolve complex issues quickly, effectively, and collaboratively.* Successful leadership of legal and compliance teams to enable the business and protect the enterprise.* Successful experience negotiating complex commercial contracts and advising on legal and business risk management.* Anticipates issues, applies law and policy quickly, weighs risks and benefits, and tailors practical, risk-balanced solutions to help achieve business objectives.* Drives continuous improvement, builds and inspires a one-team culture, develops the judgment of others, and fosters strong cross-functional collaboration. The base pay range for this position is **$250,000.00-$340,000.00**. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on **10/30/2026**.GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing. **Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes #J-18808-Ljbffr