Senior Counsel

Company: QTC Management, Inc.
Location: Reston
Posted on: February 4, 2026

Job Description:

Do you crave a career that truly makes an impact in people’s lives? Do you thrive on problem-solving and finding solutions? Join a dedicated, tight-knit team that creates an immediate and meaningful impact every day. Leidos QTC Health Services is seeking a Senior Counsel to join our Legal Team. You will advise stakeholders on a range of legal matters, including privacy, data protection, dispute resolution, regulatory compliance and contract requirements and best practices in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Reporting to the VP and Senior Assistant General Counsel, the successful candidate will provide legal support to and collaborate with key partners across LQTC and Leidos, including Human Resources, Information Technology, Contracts and Procurement, and Ethics & Compliance. Primary Responsibilities: Draft, negotiate, and interpret contracts with customers, partners, and vendors, including data protection and data usage agreements, Business Associate Agreements, master service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, subcontract agreements, and software license agreements. Handle privacy and data protection-related inquiries from a wide range of stakeholders across LQTC and provide actionable advice and legal counsel on privacy questions. Review, draft, and update policies, procedures, and notices, including relating to the handling of personal information. Collaborate with the incident response teams to manage security incidents, including investigation, reporting, and remediation in accordance with Leidos policy and regulatory requirements. Support litigation, pre-litigation disputes, and internal investigations. Develop guidelines, training, and tools to support regulatory and contractual compliance across LQTC. Monitor relevant legislative developments, regulatory guidance, and enforcement actions in the jurisdictions in which LQTC operates. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Required Qualifications/Competencies: Juris Doctor from a U.S. accredited law school Current member in good standing of the bar in at least one state in the United States Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience in an in-house, top-tier law firm, and/or federal government setting Knowledge of and familiarity with global privacy and data protection laws, regulations and standards, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, the California Privacy Rights Act, the U.S. Privacy Act, and state breach notification laws Experience advising clients on compliance with HIPAA, other health privacy laws, and related legal frameworks Demonstrated transactional experience, including reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts, including privacy and data protection contract terms and agreements, such as Business Associate Agreements and data protection agreements Experience with litigation and dispute resolution, including at the pre-litigation phase Experience in the health care industry and advising health care clients is a plus Demonstrated experience with data breach management and mitigation Superior written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational skills Agility and willingness to work on a broad range of matters Self-motivated and ability to work independently without extensive supervision Ability to translate legal requirements into practical guidance for non-lawyers Interpersonal and collaborative mindset Must be able to successfully pass National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI) background investigation About Leidos QTC Health Services Leidos QTC Health Services collaborates closely with government and non-government customers to address current and future program needs within the health services domain. We specialize in disability-focused medical examinations, independent medical exams and review services, occupational health services, diagnostic testing, and case management solutions. As innovators, we focus on advancing technologies that improve service delivery, with a particular emphasis on enhancing accessibility for examinees in rural communities. With a proven track record of continuous improvement and steady growth, we now handle over 2 million appointments annually. Visit www.qtcm.com for more information. Compensation and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. As a result, we offer meaningful and engaging careers to support you and your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here. This role may fall under the Service Contract Act (SCA), a federal law which provides for a U.S. Department of Labor-prescribed minimum prevailing rate of pay and certain benefit levels. Where appropriate, Company-provided benefit plans such as comprehensive leave, holiday, medical, dental, life, accident, disability coverages, retirement plan contributions, and other health and welfare benefits and payments are utilized to meet these obligations. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos QTC Health Services will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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