Mid-Level Digital Risk Advisory And Cyber-Security Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm in Columbus, OH, seeks a Mid-Level Digital Risk Advisory and Cyber-Security Associate Attorney. This role involves providing expert advice on proactive and reactive privacy and data protection compliance matters, including handling data security incidents and regulatory investigations and ensuring compliance with contractual and legal obligations related to security.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on privacy and security obligations under state, federal, and international laws.
• Guide data security incident response, including regulatory notifications and breach management.
• Defend clients in regulatory investigations related to privacy and data security.
• Assist in developing and implementing privacy and data protection policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to manage complex privacy and cybersecurity issues.
• Conduct legal research and prepare detailed data protection and cybersecurity analyses.
• Draft and review contracts, agreements, and other legal documents related to privacy and security.
• Stay updated on emerging trends and changes in privacy and cybersecurity laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of experience in privacy and data protection law, focusing on cybersecurity.
• Experience advising on privacy and security obligations, including state, federal, and international data security incident notification.
• Proven track record in defending regulatory investigations related to privacy and security.
• Prior law firm or in-house experience with privacy and cybersecurity breach response or relevant litigation experience.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction (preferably Ohio).

Skills:

• Exceptional project management and organizational skills.
• Strong awareness of data privacy and security laws and regulations.
• Effective and persuasive writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage a fast-paced, complex workload while maintaining priorities and anticipating issues.
• Motivation to learn and understand technology and forensic investigations.
• Ability to interact effectively with technical experts and distill complex issues for non-technical stakeholders.
• Professional commitment and strong interpersonal skills for a collaborative team environment.

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.