Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate

Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking a Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate Attorney with 5-7 years of experience to join its team. This role involves handling both privacy-related litigation and transactional matters, including vendor and customer service agreements. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in state and federal privacy laws, including CCPA, GLBA, and HIPAA, and have a strong background in breach response, compliance counseling, and risk management. The position offers flexibility with a hybrid work schedule, along with weekly in-office expectations.

Location:

• Dallas, TX

Duties:

• Provide legal advice on compliance with privacy and cybersecurity laws (e.g., CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, state biometric and health laws)
• Manage privacy-related litigation, including class actions
• Draft and negotiate vendor and business customer service agreements
• Assist in breach response efforts, including risk management and compliance counseling
• Contribute to business development activities and client relationship management
• Work closely with partners and other attorneys on data privacy and cybersecurity matters
• Engage in professional development and knowledge-sharing activities

Requirements:

• 5-7 years of experience in data privacy, cybersecurity, or related fields
• Experience in privacy litigation or transactional work, particularly vendor agreement drafting
• Knowledge of state and federal privacy laws (CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, etc.)
• Expertise in breach response, compliance counseling, and risk management
• Admission to the State Bar
• Strong communication, negotiation, and client management skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar
• CIPP/US certification preferred, but not required

Skills:

• Expertise in data privacy and cybersecurity law
• Strong litigation and transactional drafting skills
• Knowledge of breach response procedures and risk management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks effectively

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Clear path to partnership
• Multiple mentoring opportunities
• Direct access to partners and clients
• Billable credit for pro bono work and approved firm activities
• Structured professional development programs
• Inclusive and dynamic workplace 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.