Mid-Level Digital Risk Advisory And Cybersecurity Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a Mid-Level Digital Risk Advisory and Cybersecurity Associate Attorney to play a crucial role in proactive and reactive privacy and data protection compliance matters. The successful candidate will provide expertise in advising on data security incidents, and regulatory investigations, and ensuring compliance with contractual and legal obligations related to security.

Job Details:

• Experience: 4-6 years of relevant experience.
• Responsibilities:
  • Advise on privacy and security obligations.
  • Guide on state, federal, and international data security incident notification obligations.
  • Defend regulatory investigations related to privacy and security.
  • Handle matters related to complying with contractual and legal security obligations.
• Desired Experiences:
  • Law firm or in-house privacy and cybersecurity breach response experience.
  • Litigation experience with a demonstrated interest in privacy and cybersecurity breach response work.
• Skills:
  • Exceptional project management skills.
  • Awareness of data privacy and security laws.
  • Effective and persuasive writing and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to manage a fast-paced, complex workload while maintaining priorities.
  • Motivation to learn and understand technology and forensic investigations.
  • Capability to interact effectively with technically skilled individuals.
  • Distill key issues and findings for non-technical business team members.
  • Professional commitment and interpersonal skills are necessary for a collaborative team environment.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Admitted to practice law in the state of Texas.
• Relevant certifications in privacy and cybersecurity (e.g., CIPP, CISSP) are preferred.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Relevant certifications in privacy and cybersecurity (e.g., CIPP, CISSP) are preferred.

Skills:

• Exceptional project management skills.
• Effective and persuasive writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage a fast-paced, complex workload while maintaining priorities.
• Motivation to learn and understand technology and forensic investigations.
• Professional commitment and interpersonal skills are necessary for a collaborative team environment.

Location: Houston, TX

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