Posted today
Top Secret
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$125,000 - $135,000
Occasional travel
Business - Legal
Herndon, VA (On/Off-Site)
IN-HOUSE COUNSEL
SCIS
We are seeking a sharp, business-minded attorney to join our Legal team as In-House Counsel. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, you will be a trusted legal partner across employment law, government contracting compliance, commercial contracts, and litigation, operating at the intersection of law and operational reality in a dynamic, security-focused environment.
This is not a passive advisory role. You will be embedded in the business, building relationships at every level, and delivering clear, actionable guidance that moves the organization forward.
What You'll Do
• Employment & Labor Law: Advise leadership and HR on the full range of employment matters to include wage & hour, discrimination, harassment, discipline, and separations while ensuring multi-state compliance with FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, and the NLRA. Draft and maintain employment agreements, handbooks, and restrictive covenants.
• Litigation & Administrative Proceedings: Manage employment litigation and agency charges before the EEOC, DOL, and NLRB. Draft position statements and legal memoranda, support internal investigations, and partner with outside counsel on strategy and budgeting.
• Government Contracting & Compliance: Advise on FAR/DFARS compliance, contract interpretation, bid protests, and claims. Counsel leadership on procurement integrity and regulatory updates; support internal audits in cleared environments.
• Commercial Contracting: Draft, review, and negotiate security services contracts, teaming agreements, NDAs, and vendor contracts. Identify risk and propose practical mitigation strategies.
• Training & Cross-Functional Support: Develop and deliver compliance training in partnership with HR. Serve as the go-to legal resource across the business, ensuring legal guidance is clear & actionable.
What We're Looking For
• U.S. citizenship preferred; ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance
• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school; active bar membership in good standing in at least one state
• 5+ years of relevant legal experience in corporate counsel, private practice, or a regulated industry
• Strong working knowledge of federal and state labor and employment law
• Experience advising management, not solely representing employees or unions
• Demonstrated ability to manage and resolve disputes, claims, and administrative proceedings
• Experience supporting government contracting, security services operations, or multi-state service environments
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS, NISPOM, or industrial security compliance in cleared environments
• Litigation management experience involving employment law and/or security incidents
• Knowledge of multi-state private security licensing and commercial guard force operations
What We Offer
• Competitive benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/More)
• Paid time off (Vacation/Sick/Holidays)
• 401k+ match
• Be part of a growing company with a reputation for excellence
Why SCIS
We’re committed to excellence, empowering our leaders to manage operations, mentor teams, and innovate in the security services industry. As part of our dynamic team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive, high-performance environment.
Apply today and join a team committed to integrity, excellence, and national security.
A Word about EEO, Pay Transparency and Other Requirements….
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
VA License Number: 11‐4665
SCIS
We are seeking a sharp, business-minded attorney to join our Legal team as In-House Counsel. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, you will be a trusted legal partner across employment law, government contracting compliance, commercial contracts, and litigation, operating at the intersection of law and operational reality in a dynamic, security-focused environment.
This is not a passive advisory role. You will be embedded in the business, building relationships at every level, and delivering clear, actionable guidance that moves the organization forward.
What You'll Do
• Employment & Labor Law: Advise leadership and HR on the full range of employment matters to include wage & hour, discrimination, harassment, discipline, and separations while ensuring multi-state compliance with FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, and the NLRA. Draft and maintain employment agreements, handbooks, and restrictive covenants.
• Litigation & Administrative Proceedings: Manage employment litigation and agency charges before the EEOC, DOL, and NLRB. Draft position statements and legal memoranda, support internal investigations, and partner with outside counsel on strategy and budgeting.
• Government Contracting & Compliance: Advise on FAR/DFARS compliance, contract interpretation, bid protests, and claims. Counsel leadership on procurement integrity and regulatory updates; support internal audits in cleared environments.
• Commercial Contracting: Draft, review, and negotiate security services contracts, teaming agreements, NDAs, and vendor contracts. Identify risk and propose practical mitigation strategies.
• Training & Cross-Functional Support: Develop and deliver compliance training in partnership with HR. Serve as the go-to legal resource across the business, ensuring legal guidance is clear & actionable.
What We're Looking For
• U.S. citizenship preferred; ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance
• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school; active bar membership in good standing in at least one state
• 5+ years of relevant legal experience in corporate counsel, private practice, or a regulated industry
• Strong working knowledge of federal and state labor and employment law
• Experience advising management, not solely representing employees or unions
• Demonstrated ability to manage and resolve disputes, claims, and administrative proceedings
• Experience supporting government contracting, security services operations, or multi-state service environments
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS, NISPOM, or industrial security compliance in cleared environments
• Litigation management experience involving employment law and/or security incidents
• Knowledge of multi-state private security licensing and commercial guard force operations
What We Offer
• Competitive benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/More)
• Paid time off (Vacation/Sick/Holidays)
• 401k+ match
• Be part of a growing company with a reputation for excellence
Why SCIS
We’re committed to excellence, empowering our leaders to manage operations, mentor teams, and innovate in the security services industry. As part of our dynamic team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive, high-performance environment.
Apply today and join a team committed to integrity, excellence, and national security.
A Word about EEO, Pay Transparency and Other Requirements….
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
VA License Number: 11‐4665
group id: 10352622
