Job Description
What we do:
Halcyon is the industry’s first dedicated, adaptive security platform that combines multiple proprietary advanced prevention engines along with AI models focused specifically on stopping ransomware.
Who we are:
Halcyon was formed in 2021 by a team of cyber industry veterans after battling the scourge of ransomware (and advanced threats) for years at some of the largest global security vendors. Comprised of leaders from Cylance (now Blackberry), Accuvant (now Optiv), Fireye and ISS X-Force (now IBM), Halcyon is focused on building products and solutions for mid-market and enterprise customers.
As a remote-native, completely distributed global team, we recognize great talent can exist anywhere. We invite you to apply to a job you’re interested in and we’ll work a plan to meet your needs.
The Role
Halcyon is seeking a motivated 2L law student to join our legal team as a Legal Intern, reporting to the General Counsel. The intern will contribute directly to the department’s FY27 priorities (scaling contract throughput, advancing legal automation, and supporting Halcyon’s continued growth). The ideal candidate brings strong legal instincts, intellectual curiosity, and an interest in legal technology and process design.
Responsibilities
- Commercial Contracting - Review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements including MSAs, NDAs, Order Forms, Reseller, and Partner Agreements.
- Contracting Standardization - Support contract redline standardization; contribute to playbook and template development for enterprise accounts.
- Legal Operations & Automation - Assist in building an AI-powered legal self-service tool; maintain SOPs, track legal metrics (volume, review time, automation ROI) via tools such as LinkSquares, Salesforce, and Claude.
- Compliance & Privacy - Help ensure compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and related standards; assist in DPA reviews and data subject request handling.
- Employment Law - Draft and review employment agreements, offer letters, and compensation documentation; support HR on employee relations matters.
- International Expansion - Support entity formation and employee onboarding in new international markets; collaborate with Finance and outside counsel on local compliance.
Requirements
- Current 1L/2L at an accredited law school with an interest in corporate, commercial, or technology law.
- Strong organizational skills; ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail.
- Interest in legal technology and AI-assisted workflows is a strong plus.
- Familiarity with LinkSquares or Salesforce is helpful but not required.
- Open to transitioning to a full-time role following graduation.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay ($25–30/hour) for the duration of the internship.
- Hands-on exposure to corporate and commercial law at a leading cybersecurity company.
- Direct experience with AI-powered legal tooling and modern legal operations.
- Mentorship from experienced legal professionals; potential for a full-time offer upon graduation.
In accordance with applicable state and federal laws, the range provided is Halcyon’s reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location. Base pay is one part of the total package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and equity in the Company.
We understand it takes a diverse team of highly intelligent, passionate, curious, and creative people to develop the exceptional product we are building. Our dynamic team has incredible perspectives to share, just as we know you do, and we take great pride in being an equal opportunity employer.
