Data, Privacy, And Cyber-Security Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm is seeking a Data, Privacy, and Cyber-Security Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience to advise cutting-edge digital health companies on a wide range of privacy and security matters. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively across practice areas to provide dynamic, practical legal advice to clients in the rapidly evolving health and life sciences industry. This role requires a deep understanding of HIPAA and other privacy/security regulations and a passion for client success.

Job Duties:

• Advise digital health companies on privacy and security issues, particularly HIPAA compliance and related privacy regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional legal teams to address complex legal challenges facing health and life sciences clients.
• Provide strategic and practical guidance on emerging privacy and security matters.
• Stay current with evolving privacy regulations and implement best practices for clients.
• Represent clients in negotiations, transactions, and compliance matters.
• Assist with developing and implementing privacy and security policies for clients.
• Work with technology companies and offer guidance on privacy and cybersecurity matters when applicable.

Job Requirements:

• 3-6 years of legal experience in privacy, cybersecurity, and related regulatory matters.
• Significant expertise in HIPAA and familiarity with other privacy laws and regulations, such as GDPR, CCPA, and state-specific privacy laws.
• Experience working with health and life sciences companies is highly desirable.
• Previous experience advising technology companies is a plus.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar or ability to waive in.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of HIPAA and other U.S. privacy regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Superior academic credentials.
• Keen interest in staying updated on regulatory developments in privacy and cybersecurity.

Benefits:

• Monthly wellness reimbursements.
• 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support, including virtual counseling.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for employees, spouses/domestic partners, and children.
• Family-building benefits, including IVF, adoption, surrogacy, and egg-freezing.
• Paid parental leave and parenting support concierge.
• In-home and center-based back-up childcare.
• Tutoring and college coaching for older children.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with firm contributions.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm contribution.
• Pretax commuter and parking benefits.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and voluntary insurance options.
• Firm-paid CLE, bar review fees, and bar dues.

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Best Law Firm in the Emerging Companies & Venture Capital firm boasts cutting-edge clients, pleasant people, and a flexible work/life balance. The firm is a global player with very deep tech roots and has been ranked among the top 10 M&A advisors in the nation. As the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, the firm is appealing to associates for fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment across its attorney ranks, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, career growth, and building leadership and relationship skills with clients and colleagues. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.