Junior Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate

Job Overview: A prominent law firm is currently seeking a motivated Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Junior Associate with 2-3 years of relevant privacy experience. This role offers the opportunity to work on privacy incident response, compliance counseling, risk management, and privacy litigation. The ideal candidate will have experience with state and federal privacy laws, including CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, and state biometric and health laws. This position provides a dynamic and inclusive work environment with a clear path to career development.

Location:

• San Antonio, TX

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel on data privacy and cybersecurity matters, including incident response, compliance counseling, and risk management
• Advise clients on privacy laws and regulations, including CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, and state biometric and health laws
• Assist with privacy litigation and regulatory matters
• Draft and review privacy policies, contracts, and agreements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with privacy laws
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in data privacy and cybersecurity
• Knowledge of privacy incident response, compliance counseling, risk management, and privacy litigation
• Familiarity with state privacy laws, sectorial laws, breach reporting laws, and federal privacy laws (CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, state biometric and health laws)
• Admission to the State Bar

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• CIPP/US certification preferred
• If not already certified, obtaining the CIPP/US certification within one year of hire is required

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail

Benefits:

• Hybrid work schedule with in-office expectations
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Pro bono work and approved firm activities receive billable credit
• Structured mentoring and career growth opportunities
• Inclusive and supportive work 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.