Product & IP Counsel

At Arctic Wolf, you won’t just watch the cybersecurity industry evolve – you'll help lead the change. Our global Pack is made up of people who thrive on solving hard problems, moving fast, and building technology that protects organizations around the world. We’re proud to be recognized by Forbes, CNBC, Fortune, CRN, Bartner Peer Insights and IDC MarketScape – but what matters most is the work behind it: delivering real outcomes for customers through award‑winning innovation like our Aurora Platform. If you’re looking for meaningful work, smart teammates and the chance to make a real impact in a high‑growth company that’s redefining security operations, Arctic Wolf is the right place for you! Our mission is simple: End Cyber Risk. We’re looking for a Product & IP Counsel to be part of making that happen. Reporting to the Senior Director, Intellectual Property & Product Law, this role partners across legal, engineering, product, security, and GTM teams to support product development, including managing risk, in a fast‑moving cybersecurity environment. This is a broad, hands‑on role covering patents, trademarks, open source, AI/product counseling, and IP‑related commercial support, with a clear path to expanded ownership over time. Core Responsibilities Product & Engineering Support Advise product and engineering teams on legal issues across the product lifecycle (e.g., data use, integrations, encryption, export controls, OSS use). Review new features, architectures, and vendor integrations for IP and product risk. Support AI feature reviews, including participation in AI impact assessment processes. Help identify recurring risks and propose scalable solutions (AI agents and automations, playbooks, templates). Open Source & Technology Licensing Review and advise on open source software usage and licensing. Support OSS compliance processes and internal tooling. Assist with drafting and updating OSS and IP‑related policies. IP Portfolio (Patents, Trademarks, Copyright) Support patent program, including invention harvesting, disclosure review, and coordination with outside counsel. Assist with trademark clearance, filings, and portfolio management. Contribute to IP enforcement strategy (e.g., reviewing infringement issues, demand letters). Commercial & Vendor Support Partner with commercial legal team to support negotiation of IP, AI, and product‑related terms. Review vendor agreements and technology partnerships for IP and AI issues. Act as a subject‑matter resource on IP and AI clauses in customer and vendor contracts. M&A and Strategic Projects Support IP diligence for acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Assist with integration of acquired IP and technology into company systems and portfolio. Policies, Training, and Scaling Legal Support Help draft and maintain IP, AI, and product‑related policies. Deliver practical guidance and training to business teams. Contribute to building scalable legal processes (e.g., templates, workflows, intake systems). Experience & Qualifications Required Skills 5+ years of legal experience Combination of: Law firm experience (required) In‑house experience at a technology company (strongly preferred) JD and active bar membership in at least one U.S. state Core Skills Strong practical judgment and ability to give clear, business‑friendly advice Ability to work cross‑functionally with product and engineering teams Comfortable handling multiple workstreams simultaneously Clear, concise communicator (written and verbal) Subject Matter Experience Product counseling (AI, privacy, data use, integrations) Familiarity with at least two or more of the following: Patents and patent prosecution process Open‑source licensing Preferred Skills Experience supporting SaaS products Exposure to AI/ML or data governance issues Experience participating in IP diligence for M&A Technical background (engineering or software) is a plus Benefits Equity for all employees Flexible time off and paid volunteer days RRSP and 401k match Training and career development programs Comprehensive private benefits plan including medical, mental health, dental, disability, life and AD&D, and value‑added services Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health services Fertility support and paid parental leave Security Requirements Conduct duties and responsibilities in accordance with AWN’s Information Security policies, standards, processes, and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of AWN business information (in accordance with our employee handbook and corporate policies). Background checks are required for this position. This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). Please note that, if applicable, an offer for employment will be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations. The base salary range for this job family is 137,000 to 259,000 USD annually. This range reflects the base pay the company reasonably expects to offer for this position, aligned to the broader job family base pay structure. Actual base pay may vary based on skills, experience, and location, including job family level. In addition to base pay, Arctic Wolf offers variable incentive compensation, new hire equity grants, and a comprehensive benefits package. Arctic Wolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. Arctic Wolf is committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, respectful, and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. As such, we strive to make our entire experience as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for candidates and employees with disabilities and/or other specific needs where possible. Please let us know if you require any accommodation by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. View our Hiring Page to learn more about our application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arctic Wolf Networks