Senior Managing Counsel, Digital and Information Technology

Date: Dec 12, 2024

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 66003

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets.

We are changing the world with:

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives

• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected

• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light

• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences

• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation

Role Purpose

This position will serve as Senior Managing Counsel supporting Corning’s Digital & Information Technology organization. The chosen candidate will provide legal counsel and support on a variety of legal matters, all relating to Corning’s information technology structure, capabilities, and cybersecurity matters. The scope of activities is broad, including providing advice and counsel to the company’s Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO) and the company’s Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), development of policies and procedures concerning integration and deployment of AI capabilities across the organization globally, all manner of cybersecurity-related topics(e.g., incident response and regulatory compliance), and drafting, negotiation, interpretation and review of Information Technology-related agreements (e.g., hardware, software, and service arrangements. The role also includes management and defense of the company’s domain name portfolio. The position will report to the Sr. Division Counsel – Global Supply Management within Corning’s Law Department. The chosen candidate will be a member of the leadership team of the company’s CDIO. This chosen candidate will need to interact with other lawyers in Corning’s Law Department on all manner of IT related affairs, including region-based colleagues and lawyers who support activities provided by other Centers of Excellence (COEs) within the Law Department, e.g., M&A, Litigation (particularly the e-discovery operations), Compliance (particularly the Data Privacy Office), and Intellectual Property.

Key Responsibilities

Counseling

• Provide business and legal counsel to personnel in Corning’s Digital &Information Technology community, including the company’s CDIO, CSIO, and their direct reports.

• Member of the company’s Chief Digital & Information Officer leadership team.

• Provide advice and counsel on a comprehensive range of digital and information technology initiatives.

• Provide guidance and counsel relating to information security incidents, including development and implementation of information security policies, and event and incident response plans.

• Advise the company’s IT Risk sub-council on IT-related issues, e.g., DOJ’s ephemeral messaging guidelines and China’s cyber security regulations/requirements, etc.

• Advise on legal aspects associated with the company’s AI-related activities (development and deployment of capabilities), including data governance, algorithmic transparency, and compliance with relevant laws/regulations (US Executive order on AI; NIST AI Framework; EU AI Act, etc.). Collaborate with the leadership team of the company’s AI ML Governance Council to assess and manage legal risks associated with AI deployment by the company.

• Oversee the company’s Open Source licensing policy and counsel on any issues associated with the use or modification of Open Source software.

• Coordinate with the company’s Data Privacy Office to ensure compliance with collection, management, processing, and storage of personal data.

Transaction Support

• Negotiate a wide variety of complex information technology-related agreements (e.g., managed services, cloud hosting, artificial intelligence, SAAS, PAAS, licenses, etc.) including those where the company (or its subsidiary) is leasing, procuring or licensing the hardware, service, capability, or software.

• Support IT contracting efforts and develop improvements in the process, e.g., building out IT approval matrix and information security review process, and templates, e.g. standard information security, time bomb, AI and Business email compromise clauses/templates, all in collaboration with relevant stakeholder groups.

• Support and counsel in relation to any software development efforts taking place across the enterprise, in coordination with the Intellectual Property COE within the company’s Law Department, and advising on related third-party development agreements.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.

• Minimum of 6 years of experience, including with a reputable law firm, practicing law with a focus on technology, IT, AI, and cyber security-related matters.

• Transactional experience. Proven experience in negotiating and drafting technology agreements, including software licenses, SaaS agreements, and technology development contracts.

• Strong knowledge of laws, regulations, and best practices related to IT, AI, and cyber security, including data protection, privacy, and intellectual property.

• Ability to function independently under general guidelines and defined goals but with the judgment to know when and how to escalate issues.

• Experience with cybersecurity matters, including prior incidents.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex legal issues, provide practical advice, and develop solutions that balance legal and business considerations.

• Strong analytical skills and experience applying independent judgment and creativity in drafting, negotiating, and concluding contracts.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to legal and non-legal stakeholders.

• A solid understanding of various information technology platforms and cyber security techniques.

• Familiarity with AI ethics principles and frameworks, and an understanding of the legal and ethical implications of AI technologies with the ability to advise issues of first impression involving AI.

• Informed of current laws, regulations and developments.

This position can be based in Corning, NY or Charlotte, NC. (Hybrid)

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $197,282.00 - $271,263.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

​ Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to ourand celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.

• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.

• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.

• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.

• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.

Nearest Major Market: Corning