Cyber, Privacy & Data Innovation Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Cyber, Privacy & Data Innovation Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a Cyber, Privacy & Data Innovation Associate Attorney to join the Strategic Advisory & Government Enforcement practice of a prestigious Am Law firm in one of the following offices: Boston, New York City, San Francisco, Seattle, or Washington, D.C.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with 3-5 years of experience in privacy, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data protection matters. The practice advises global companies on regulatory compliance, technology transactions, AI governance, cybersecurity, product counseling, and incident response across a broad range of domestic and international privacy frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on compliance with U.S. and international privacy, cybersecurity, and AI laws, including CCPA/CPRA, GDPR, EU AI Act, HIPAA, GLBA, FCRA, COPPA, BIPA, TCPA, CAN-SPAM, and other evolving privacy and data protection regulations.

• Develop and implement global privacy, cybersecurity, and AI compliance programs using a risk-based approach.

• Counsel clients on privacy, cybersecurity, and AI issues arising in mergers and acquisitions, technology transactions, IPOs, and data licensing arrangements.

• Draft, review, and negotiate data processing agreements, data licenses, privacy policies, terms of service, and privacy and security provisions in commercial contracts.

• Advise clients on incident preparedness, data breach response, regulatory investigations, and government inquiries.

• Counsel clients on cross-border data transfers and international privacy compliance strategies.

• Advise clients on AI governance, responsible AI development, AI risk assessments, AI use policies, and emerging AI regulatory requirements.

• Provide product counseling to technology companies by integrating privacy, cybersecurity, and AI considerations into product development and commercialization.

• Manage multiple sophisticated client matters while delivering practical, business-focused legal advice.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Active membership in the state bar of the office where the attorney will be located.

• 3-5 years of experience in privacy, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, or data protection matters at a law firm or in-house legal department.

• Experience advising clients on major privacy and data protection frameworks, including CCPA/CPRA, GDPR, HIPAA, GLBA, COPPA, BIPA, CAN-SPAM, and TCPA.

• Significant experience negotiating privacy, security, and data-related provisions in commercial agreements and corporate transactions.

• Familiarity with emerging AI regulations and AI governance frameworks is strongly preferred.

• Excellent legal research, drafting, analytical, negotiation, and writing skills.

• Strong project management and organizational abilities.

• Outstanding verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to lead client engagements.

• Demonstrated aptitude for technology and familiarity with digital platforms, online technologies, and emerging AI applications.

• IAPP certifications such as CIPP/US, CIPT, CIPM, AIGP, or similar credentials are a plus.

• Strong academic credentials and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, cross-office environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $260,000-$365,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • Mental health and wellness programs

  • Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits

  • Short- and long-term disability coverage

  • Industry-leading parental leave

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Flexible Time Off (FTO) and paid holidays

  • Annual discretionary performance bonus eligibility