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Virtru

Counsel, Government Contracts – Public Sector

Virtru

. Report to the SVP & General Counsel .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $150,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. government contracting, including drafting and negotiating federal contracts, compliance with FAR and DFARS, and advising on legal implications of technology transactions. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for effective collaboration across legal and business functions.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Juris DoctorActive State Bar MembershipGovernment Contracting ComplianceFAR and DFARS KnowledgeContract Drafting and Negotiation

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Hard Skills
Contract DraftingNegotiationLegal AnalysisGovernment ContractingCompliance GuidanceSubcontract Flow-DownsCybersecurity RegulationsExport Control RegulationsSaaS AgreementsTechnology Transactions
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsIndependent JudgmentPrioritizationCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
SlackEmailZoom
Certifications & Qualifications
Juris DoctorActive Membership in State Bar
Industry Keywords
Public Sector ContractingCUICMMCNIST StandardsITAREARGovernment Contracting EthicsProcurement IntegrityOrganizational Conflicts of InterestGovernment Subcontracts

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
CloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Report to the SVP & General Counsel
  • Provide day-to-day legal support for U.S. public sector contracting
  • Draft, review, and negotiate government subcontracts, software and SaaS agreements, teaming agreements, NDAs, reseller and distribution agreements, and related public sector transactions
  • Analyze FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific provisions, including flow-down requirements for commercial software and services
  • Support proposals and solicitations by reviewing legal terms, representations, certifications, eligibility requirements, and contractual risks
  • Partner with business and finance teams on pricing-related legal requirements
  • Advise on contract administration, modifications, renewals, performance issues, disputes, and termination rights
  • Advise on CUI, cybersecurity, incident reporting, CMMC, and applicable NIST standards
  • Advise on procurement integrity, organizational conflicts of interest, gifts and business courtesies, former government personnel restrictions, and government contracting ethics
  • Identify and advise on export control and sanctions issues, including ITAR and EAR requirements
  • Support customer inquiries, audits, investigations, and potential compliance concerns
  • Monitor legal and regulatory developments and explain practical consequences for contracts, products, and operations
  • Develop contract templates, negotiation guidance, training, and practical compliance resources
  • Support state and local government, education, and other commercial legal matters as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
  • Active membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar or the District of Columbia
  • Ability to satisfy applicable in-house counsel registration or other practice requirements where you work
  • At least five years of relevant legal experience advising on U.S. government contracts
  • Substantial experience drafting and negotiating federal contracts or subcontracts
  • Experience advising technology companies or negotiating software, SaaS, cloud, or related technology transactions
  • Strong working knowledge of the FAR and DFARS
  • Knowledge of subcontract flow-downs and government rights in software and technical data
  • Experience advising on government contracting compliance and translating legal requirements into operational guidance
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities, exercise independent judgment, and work effectively across legal, technical, and business functions
  • Comfortable with asynchronous communication including Slack, email, and Zoom

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Flexible PTO policy and 14 holidays
  • $1,500 annual Learning & Development Stipend
  • Company-sponsored team celebrations
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Headspace mental health app
  • Flat 3% contribution to retirement account
  • High degree of flexibility for appointments, errands, and family emergencies
  • Generous parental, medical, and bereavement policies
  • 401K contribution and stock options
  • Full medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • New Hire Swag and IT Welcome boxes
  • Structured semi-annual 360° performance reviews
  • Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives