Mid-Level Digital Risk Advisory And Cybersecurity Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a Mid-Level Digital Risk Advisory and Cybersecurity Associate Attorney for a position based in Washington, DC. The candidate will be crucial in handling proactive and reactive privacy and data protection compliance matters, including advising on data security incidents, regulatory investigations, and compliance with contractual and legal security obligations.

Job Details:

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel on privacy and security obligations.
• Advise on state, federal, and international data security incident notification obligations.
• Defend regulatory investigations related to privacy and security matters.
• Address contractual and legal obligations related to security.

Requirements:

• 4-6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience advising on privacy and security obligations.
• Familiarity with state, federal, and international data security incident notification obligations.
• Experience defending regulatory investigations related to privacy and security.
• Law firm or in-house privacy and cybersecurity breach response experience, or litigation experience with a demonstrated interest in privacy and cybersecurity breach response work.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Relevant certifications in privacy and cybersecurity (desired).

Skills:

• Exceptional project management skills.
• Awareness of data privacy and security laws.
• Effective and persuasive writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage a fast-paced, complex workload while maintaining priorities.
• Motivation to learn and understand technology and forensic investigations.
• Ability to interact with technically skilled individuals and distill key issues for non-technical team members.
• Professional commitment and interpersonal skills are necessary for collaborative teamwork.

Job Location: Washington, DC

A preeminent firm with excellent name recognition and clout, this firm has been involved in many high-stakes, high-profile suits over the last few decades. Defying easy categorizations, though, associates at this firm also praise its commitment to work-life balance and the respectful mentorship delivered from senior partners. Additionally, this firm makes a strong showing in the of-the-moment privacy and data security arena, making it an excellent destination for those interested in this in-demand field.