Junior Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate

Job Overview:

A law firm is seeking a Junior Associate to join its Data Privacy and Cybersecurity team. This role is designed for an attorney with 2-3 years of relevant experience in privacy law. The successful candidate will work across a range of privacy issues, including compliance counseling, privacy incident response, and privacy litigation. The firm is open to candidates from various office locations, with a preference for Chicago and Dallas. This position offers a hybrid work schedule with in-office expectations on a weekly basis.

Location:

• Houston, TX

Duties:

• Handle privacy incident response and risk management.
• Provide compliance counseling on privacy laws such as CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, and state-specific biometric and health laws.
• Assist with privacy litigation, including advising clients on privacy-related legal matters.
• Draft and review privacy policies, agreements, and data protection contracts.
• Stay current with emerging privacy laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners to address complex privacy matters.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in data privacy, cybersecurity, or related areas.
• Experience in privacy incident response, compliance counseling, or privacy litigation.
• Knowledge of federal and state privacy laws, including CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, and biometric privacy laws.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of complex legal matters.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• CIPP/US certification required (must obtain within one year if not already certified).
• Admission to the State Bar in the jurisdiction of the office where the candidate will be working.

Skills:

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• In-depth understanding of privacy regulations and compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage a high volume of work while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience).
• Hybrid work schedule with weekly in-office expectations.
• Billable credit for pro bono work and approved firm activities.
• Clear path to partnership with structured professional development.
• Opportunities for mentoring and direct access to partners and clients.
• Dynamic and inclusive firm culture.