Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate

Job Overview:

A reputable law firm is seeking a Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate with 4-6 years of experience to join its growing team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of data privacy laws and cybersecurity practices, including expertise in HIPAA, breach response, compliance counseling, and risk management. Candidates should have experience drafting key legal documents, including license agreements, SaaS agreements, privacy policies, and data processing terms. A CIPP/US certification is required, and admission to the Texas bar is necessary. 

Location:

• Dallas, TX

Duties:

• Draft and negotiate license agreements, SaaS agreements, privacy policies, and data processing terms.
• Provide compliance counseling on data privacy and cybersecurity issues.
• Advise on breach response and risk management strategies.
• Work with clients to navigate federal and state health privacy and data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA, GLBA, FCRA, CFBA, BIPA).
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients on privacy-related legal matters.
• Support business litigation and litigation-related tasks in the data privacy and cybersecurity space.

Requirements:

• 4-6 years of experience in data privacy, cybersecurity, and related fields.
• Expertise in HIPAA, breach response, compliance counseling, and risk management.
• Familiarity with data protection laws such as GDPR, CCPA, GLBA, FCRA, CFBA, and BIPA.
• Strong drafting and negotiating skills in the context of SaaS, license agreements, and privacy terms.
• Admission to the Texas bar required.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• CIPP/US Certification (required).

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of data privacy and cybersecurity regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex legal agreements.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Client-focused approach with strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

• Realistic path to partnership.
• Multiple mentoring opportunities.
• Direct access to partners and clients.
• Competitive billing expectations.
• Billable credit for pro bono work and approved firm activities.
• Structured professional development opportunities.
• Dynamic and inclusive culture.

With over eight decades of experience in handling cases involving antitrust & trade regulations, public finance, healthcare, environmental law, and bankruptcy, this firm has racked up substantial legal victories for its numerous clients in a variety of industries, from automotive to energy and hospitality. The firm has achieved all of this through the application of tenacious advocacy skills, as well as comprehensive case reviews and insightful cost-effective strategy implementation to every individual case. Accordingly, it has earned the respect and trust of its clients. With offices across the US, the firm only hires the best legal talent available, and its recruits are trained in line with the latest industry standards of practice. It also offers several financial incentives and salary packages, and actively encourages a healthy work-life balance as it recognizes the need for lawyers to live pleasant, satisfying lives outside of the workplace.