TikTok
InfoSec & Incident Response Counsel - USDS
TikTok, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
InfoSec & Incident Response Counsel - USDS. The TikTok USDS Legal & Compliance team oversees legal, regulatory, and data protection matters for TikTok’s U.S. Data Security operations. We work cross-functionally with technical and business stakeholders to tackle complex issues at the intersection of law, cybersecurity, and national security. We are seeking a senior counsel to lead our legal response to information security incidents and support broader security compliance initiatives. This attorney will work closely with our Product, Privacy, Security, and Public Policy teams to strengthen incident response readiness, ensure regulatory compliance, and safeguard user trust. Responsibilities
Serve as the lead attorney for information security incidents impacting USDS, coordinating legal response efforts across internal stakeholders and external partners. Counsel internal teams through the full incident lifecycle—detection, investigation, containment, remediation, and post-incident review—with a focus on legal risk mitigation and regulatory exposure. Oversee legal strategy for incident-related communications, including drafting and reviewing breach notifications to regulators and affected users. Develop and maintain USDS-specific incident response playbooks and escalation pathways in collaboration with Security, Risk, and Executive teams. Support and lead legal input for incident simulations, tabletop exercises, and after-action reviews. Advise on privilege considerations and lead efforts to preserve and document incident-related evidence. Monitor and interpret evolving U.S. and global cybersecurity regulations to inform compliance strategy and incident response protocols. Partner with Product Legal, Security, and Procurement to identify and mitigate security risks in contracts, vendor engagements, and product design. Deliver training to cross-functional teams on legal obligations and best practices related to incident response, regulatory reporting, and privilege. Support integration of incident data and trends into broader compliance and risk management processes, including third-party risk, audits, and internal controls. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school Active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar 5+ years of legal experience advising on information security or privacy issues, ideally within a technology company or fast-paced in-house environment Experience leading legal response to security incidents and engaging with regulators on breach reporting obligations Deep familiarity with U.S. cybersecurity and privacy laws (e.g., GLBA, COPPA, and CCPA/CPRA) and awareness of global frameworks (e.g., GDPR) Demonstrated ability to work across time zones and functions, including Security, Compliance, and Trust and Safety teams Strong writing and communication skills, particularly in high-pressure situations requiring precision, speed, and judgment Preferred Qualifications 5+ years of management experience in law firm or in-house roles supporting enterprise cybersecurity matters Background in platform security, content moderation, or user-generated content risk Experience with regulatory enforcement, audits, or litigation related to cybersecurity or privacy Familiarity with technical concepts relevant to platform architecture, threat detection, and digital forensics Ability to manage high-stakes, time-sensitive matters while balancing legal risk with practical considerations Experience closely partnering with business stakeholders and operationalizing legal frameworks through playbooks, training, and controls About USDS
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. U.S. Data Security (“USDS”) is a subsidiary of TikTok in the U.S. This new, security-first division was created to bring heightened focus and governance to our data protection policies and content assurance protocols to keep U.S. users safe. Our focus is on providing oversight and protection of the TikTok platform and U.S. user data, so millions of Americans can continue turning to TikTok to learn something new, earn a living, express themselves creatively, or be entertained. The teams within USDS that deliver on this commitment daily span across Trust & Safety, Security & Privacy, Engineering, User & Product Ops, Corporate Functions and more. USDS Reasonable Accommodation
USDS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/USDS-RA Job Information
Compensation descriptions (annually) and benefits are as provided by the employer and may vary by location. The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $191,700 - $338,580 annually. Base pay is one part of the Total Package and may include discretionary bonuses or stock units. Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, parental leave, disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, holidays, sick days, and paid personal time. The company reserves the right to modify benefits at any time, with or without notice. Notes
Data Security Statement: This role requires the ability to work with systems designed to protect sensitive data and will be subject to strict national security-related screening.
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InfoSec & Incident Response Counsel - USDS. The TikTok USDS Legal & Compliance team oversees legal, regulatory, and data protection matters for TikTok’s U.S. Data Security operations. We work cross-functionally with technical and business stakeholders to tackle complex issues at the intersection of law, cybersecurity, and national security. We are seeking a senior counsel to lead our legal response to information security incidents and support broader security compliance initiatives. This attorney will work closely with our Product, Privacy, Security, and Public Policy teams to strengthen incident response readiness, ensure regulatory compliance, and safeguard user trust. Responsibilities
Serve as the lead attorney for information security incidents impacting USDS, coordinating legal response efforts across internal stakeholders and external partners. Counsel internal teams through the full incident lifecycle—detection, investigation, containment, remediation, and post-incident review—with a focus on legal risk mitigation and regulatory exposure. Oversee legal strategy for incident-related communications, including drafting and reviewing breach notifications to regulators and affected users. Develop and maintain USDS-specific incident response playbooks and escalation pathways in collaboration with Security, Risk, and Executive teams. Support and lead legal input for incident simulations, tabletop exercises, and after-action reviews. Advise on privilege considerations and lead efforts to preserve and document incident-related evidence. Monitor and interpret evolving U.S. and global cybersecurity regulations to inform compliance strategy and incident response protocols. Partner with Product Legal, Security, and Procurement to identify and mitigate security risks in contracts, vendor engagements, and product design. Deliver training to cross-functional teams on legal obligations and best practices related to incident response, regulatory reporting, and privilege. Support integration of incident data and trends into broader compliance and risk management processes, including third-party risk, audits, and internal controls. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school Active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar 5+ years of legal experience advising on information security or privacy issues, ideally within a technology company or fast-paced in-house environment Experience leading legal response to security incidents and engaging with regulators on breach reporting obligations Deep familiarity with U.S. cybersecurity and privacy laws (e.g., GLBA, COPPA, and CCPA/CPRA) and awareness of global frameworks (e.g., GDPR) Demonstrated ability to work across time zones and functions, including Security, Compliance, and Trust and Safety teams Strong writing and communication skills, particularly in high-pressure situations requiring precision, speed, and judgment Preferred Qualifications 5+ years of management experience in law firm or in-house roles supporting enterprise cybersecurity matters Background in platform security, content moderation, or user-generated content risk Experience with regulatory enforcement, audits, or litigation related to cybersecurity or privacy Familiarity with technical concepts relevant to platform architecture, threat detection, and digital forensics Ability to manage high-stakes, time-sensitive matters while balancing legal risk with practical considerations Experience closely partnering with business stakeholders and operationalizing legal frameworks through playbooks, training, and controls About USDS
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. U.S. Data Security (“USDS”) is a subsidiary of TikTok in the U.S. This new, security-first division was created to bring heightened focus and governance to our data protection policies and content assurance protocols to keep U.S. users safe. Our focus is on providing oversight and protection of the TikTok platform and U.S. user data, so millions of Americans can continue turning to TikTok to learn something new, earn a living, express themselves creatively, or be entertained. The teams within USDS that deliver on this commitment daily span across Trust & Safety, Security & Privacy, Engineering, User & Product Ops, Corporate Functions and more. USDS Reasonable Accommodation
USDS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/USDS-RA Job Information
Compensation descriptions (annually) and benefits are as provided by the employer and may vary by location. The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $191,700 - $338,580 annually. Base pay is one part of the Total Package and may include discretionary bonuses or stock units. Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, parental leave, disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, holidays, sick days, and paid personal time. The company reserves the right to modify benefits at any time, with or without notice. Notes
Data Security Statement: This role requires the ability to work with systems designed to protect sensitive data and will be subject to strict national security-related screening.
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