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Enterprise Security Compliance Lead

los angeles, ca • Posted Today
Hybrid Full Time Law Firms
About Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.


About the Role

The Enterprise Security Compliance Lead is an integral part of Latham’s Global Security and Risk Management team. This role will be responsible for coordinating activities related to client security audits, vendor security audits, and other security compliance needs including ISO 27001 assessments, penetration test remediations, and other client responses, while leading assigned client security reviews from intake through closure by identifying necessary internal stakeholders based on the request (e.g., security survey, audit, review.), assembling relevant and appropriate documentation, and completing the appropriate forms and questionnaires required by Latham clients. This role will be located in our Global Services Office in downtown Los Angeles. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence. 


Responsibilities & Qualifications

Other key responsibilities include:Maintaining relationships with third-party audit services that audit firm vendors, conduct audits of the firm on behalf of clients, or otherwise audit or evaluate the firm (e.g., ISO 27001 assessors, independent consultants)Acting as a project manager to ensure the success of ISO 27001, client and vendor audits, and other assessments (e.g., identifying internal stakeholders, establishing schedules and coordinating with others to meet deadlines, assembling relevant and appropriate documentation, completing necessary responses, and tracking necessary follow-up)Supporting compliance activities related to penetration testing and vulnerability testing, including the identification of critical systems, external testing requirements and frequency, coordination with Security Operations, and follow-up on remediation activities to ensure established processes are followed and required SLAs are metCoordinating team activities and reviews work for consistency and qualityCreating reports and presentations for senior managementProtecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains We’d love to hear from you if you:Exhibit an understanding of business security practices and proceduresPossess knowledge of information security technologiesDemonstrate knowledge of a variety of communication protocols and encryption techniques/toolsAnd have:A bachelor's degree or equivalent; a minimum of five (5) years of Security and Technology experience may be considered in lieu of a degreeA bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering or related field, preferablyRecognized security certifications (e.g., CISA, CRISC, CDPSE, CISSP), preferably A minimum of five (5) years of experience in IT audit or IT risk management A minimum of three (3) years of experience in performing security assessments, IT vendor risk assessments, and vulnerability management reviews A minimum of two (2) years of experience applying project management concepts


Benefits & Additional Information

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:Healthcare, life and disability insuranceA generous 401k planAt least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenureWell-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more) Professional development programsEmployee discountsAffinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staffLatham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.Latham & Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)​.  Please click the link below to review the Ordinance.Pleaseclick hereto review your rights under U.S. employment laws. #Associate #LI-EK1


Pay Range


USD $160,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr.
Job SummaryLocation : Location: US-CA-Los AngelesDepartment: Technology & Information ServicesWork Arrangement: HybridPosted Min Pay Rate: USD $160,000.00/Yr.Posted Max Pay Rate: USD $180,000.00/Yr.Position Type: Full-TimeJob ID:

Enterprise Security Compliance Lead in los angeles at Unknown Company

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