Product & IP Counsel

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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: 1) 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) 2) 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 3) 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) 4) 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 5) 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 6) 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 On-Camera Policy: To support a fair, transparent, and engaging interview experience, candidates interviewing remotely are expected to be on camera during all video interviews. Being on camera fosters authentic connection, improves communication, and allows for full engagement from both candidates and interviewers. We understand that technical, bandwidth, or location-related challenges may occasionally prevent video use. If this applies, candidates are required to notify us in advance so we can explore appropriate accommodations. At Arctic Wolf, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that thrives on diversity of thought, background, and culture. This is reflected in our multiple awards, including Top Workplace USA (2021-2025), Best Places to Work - USA (2021-2025), Great Place to Work - Canada (2021-2024), Great Place to Work - UK (2024-2026), and Kununu Top Company - Germany (2024-2026). Our commitment to bold growth and shaping the future of security operations is matched by our dedication to customer satisfaction, with over

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