Principal Counsel - Federal Privacy

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Principal Counsel – Federal Privacy based in the United States. The Principal Counsel – Federal Privacy will provide strategic legal guidance on complex privacy and data protection matters supporting federal programs. This role will lead privacy incident response, oversee regulatory compliance activities, and advise on sensitive data protection issues across government contracts and operations. Working closely with senior leadership, legal teams, and cross-functional stakeholders, the successful candidate will identify privacy risks and implement practical safeguards. The position also plays a key role in reviewing federal security documentation, privacy assessments, contracts, and data-sharing agreements. Beyond legal advisory responsibilities, the role will contribute to strengthening privacy governance, developing organizational policies, and promoting privacy awareness. This is an opportunity for an experienced legal professional to influence privacy strategy and support secure, compliant, and responsible federal program delivery.