Chief Enforcement Director, IP Protection & Security

Chief Enforcement Director, IP Protection & SecurityChief Enforcement Director, IP Protection & SecurityGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Entertainment Software Association provided pay rangeThis range is provided by Entertainment Software Association. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$185,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yrDirect message the job poster from Entertainment Software AssociationThe Chief Enforcement Director, IP Protection & Security will report to the Senior Vice President & General Counsel and will have at least 10 years of experience in intellectual property enforcement and will be proficient in intellectual property policy matters, cybersecurity policy issues, personnel management, and budgeting. The ideal candidate will possess some combination of private sector, trade association, practice, in-house and/or government and/or /NGO experience. Because this role requires outreach to internal and external stakeholders, strong interpersonal skills are paramount for any successful candidate.The Chief Enforcement Director will provide written submissions and updates on the IP Protection & Security program for reports to the ESA Board and the ESA Annual Report. Additionally, they will attend and represent ESA at meetings with law enforcement officials, participate in briefings for ESA’s lobbying consultants and with Congressional staff. The Chief Enforcement Director will also manage outside counsel on a variety of IP enforcement and cybersecurity matters.Key Requirements:Candidates must have a minimum of 10+ years of intellectual property enforcement experience and will possess some combination of private sector, trade association, government and/or NGO experience. The ideal candidate will possess a postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline; Juris Doctor or Master of Laws degree desirable, but not required.This position is based in Washington, DC. ESA employees are in the office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday and may work remotely Monday and Friday. The salary range for this position is 185K to 250K per year with bonus eligibility.How To Apply:If you are passionate about the video game industry and believe you meet the requirements, please submit a cover letter and resume. ESA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.Seniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionLegalIndustriesComputer Games, Entertainment Providers, and Technology, Information and MediaReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Entertainment Software Association by 2xInferred from the description for this jobMedical insuranceVision insurance401(k)Disability insuranceGet notified about new Director of Intellectual Property jobs in Washington, DC.Laurel, MD $140,000.00-$320,000.00 2 weeks agoWashington DC-Baltimore Area $190,909.00-$210,000.00 2 days agoDirector - Public Affairs - Policy - Tax Trade & Intellectual PropertyWashington, DC $200,000.00-$259,000.00 2 weeks agoDirector - Public Affairs - Policy - Tax Trade & Intellectual PropertyWashington, DC $200,000.00-$259,000.00 2 weeks agoDirector, Service Operations (Onboarding and Renewal Implementation)Director, Leadership & Organizational EffectivenessExecutive Director Corporate DevelopmentWashington, DC $64,168.00-$106,932.80 1 day agoPEPI: Director, Pricing—Commercial Excellence (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS)Washington, DC $150,000.00-$225,000.00 2 weeks agoDIRECTOR OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE AFFAIRSWashington, DC $185,000.00-$204,700.00 17 hours agoWashington DC-Baltimore Area $81,818.00-$90,000.00 13 hours agoGaithersburg, MD $220,500.00-$330,750.00 5 days agoSenior IP Counsel, Artificial Intelligence (AI)/BiotechSenior Counsel Intellectual Property LitigationBusiness Development Manager (Intellectual Property and Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity)Spares Strategic Planning Mgr, AWS Supply Chain - IPSHerndon, VA $133,200.00-$220,200.00 3 days agoPublic Policy Manager, Media and Intellectual PropertyWashington, DC $151,000.00-$216,000.00 5 days agoAssistant Vice President for Research Development and InnovationWashington DC-Baltimore Area $227,272.00-$250,000.00 1 week agoHyattsville, MD $91,810.00-$103,688.00 1 week agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17