Junior Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate

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Job Overview: A respected law firm is seeking a Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Junior Associate with 2-3 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in privacy incident response, compliance counseling, risk management, and privacy litigation. This role offers opportunities to work with a variety of privacy laws, including state and federal regulations such as CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, and biometric laws. The position is available for multiple office locations, with a preference for Chicago and Dallas, and provides a hybrid work schedule with weekly in-office expectations.

Location:

• Washington, DC

Duties:

• Advise clients on data privacy and cybersecurity matters, including incident response, compliance counseling, and risk management
• Stay up to date on privacy laws and provide counsel regarding CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, state biometric, and health laws
• Assist with privacy litigation and regulatory matters
• Draft, review, and negotiate privacy-related agreements, policies, and contracts
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to develop strategies for compliance
• Handle privacy breach reporting and manage privacy risk assessment

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, breach reporting laws, and federal privacy laws, including CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, and 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, CIPP/US certification must be obtained within one year of hire

Skills:

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Familiarity with privacy regulations and laws at both state and federal levels

Benefits:

• Hybrid work schedule with in-office expectations
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Billable credit for pro bono work and approved firm activities
• Structured professional development and mentoring opportunities
• Path to career advancement and partnership
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306