Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with 3-6 years of experience in data privacy and cybersecurity to join its growing team in Hartford, CT. The ideal candidate will advise clients on privacy compliance, incident response, and data governance matters.

Duties

• Advise clients on privacy compliance, including U.S. state, federal (GLBA, HIPAA), and global (GDPR) regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate privacy policies, data processing agreements, and related documentation.
• Provide counsel on the use of cookies, tracking technologies, and data collection practices.
• Manage cybersecurity incident response, including breach response, ransomware events, and regulator engagement.
• Support time-sensitive incident response matters, including availability outside regular business hours when necessary.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience in data privacy and cybersecurity law.
• Excellent drafting, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and technical abilities.
• Proven ability to manage complex matters with high accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Admission to the bar in the jurisdiction of residence and in good standing.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Experience with data governance, information risk, retention, records, and vendor risk.
• Knowledge of data transfers and regulatory risk assessments.
• Experience in privacy and cybersecurity due diligence for M&A transactions.
• Ability to counsel clients on regulatory investigations and administrative matters before agencies such as the FTC and HHS.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment allowing remote work two days per week.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Discretionary year-end merit bonus eligibility.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306