Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity Associate

Job Overview:
A top-tier law firm is seeking a 2nd to 4th year associate to join its Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity practice. The role will focus on supporting clients in high-stakes cybersecurity incidents, regulatory compliance, and strategic transactions involving data protection. Ideal for junior to mid-level attorneys, this position offers the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibilities and contribute to a growing practice that supports innovative and industry-leading companies navigating an evolving cybersecurity landscape. Recruitment is being conducted on behalf of the firm.

Location:

• Austin, TX

Duties:

• Advise clients on cybersecurity incident response and investigation matters

• Provide counseling on compliance with federal, state, and international privacy laws

• Represent clients in regulatory investigations following data breaches and security incidents

• Collaborate on strategic corporate transactions involving data privacy and cybersecurity risk

• Support technology transactions, mergers and acquisitions with privacy/cyber due diligence

• Counsel cybersecurity companies on legal compliance related to research and threat intelligence

• Draft guidance documents, client advisories, and risk management strategies

• Monitor emerging cybersecurity regulations and provide proactive compliance advice

Requirements:

• 2 to 4 years of legal experience in privacy, cybersecurity, or technology-related transactions

• Experience with incident response, cybersecurity investigations, or regulatory counseling preferred

• Previous experience at a law firm, government agency, or in-house legal department strongly valued

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

• Strong academic credentials required

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction

• Additional certifications (e.g., CIPP/US, CIPP/E) are beneficial but not required

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proven ability to manage multiple, complex matters simultaneously

• Team-oriented with initiative to take on leadership within the group

• Client-focused with professionalism and attention to detail

Benefits:

• Discretionary performance-based bonuses

• Monthly wellness reimbursements

• 24/7 access to emotional and behavioral health support

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (including for spouses/domestic partners and children)

• Family-building benefits: IVF, surrogacy, adoption, egg freezing

• Paid parental leave and parenting support services

• In-home and center-based back-up childcare

• Tutoring and educational coaching for children

• Health Savings Account (with firm contribution) and Flexible Spending Accounts

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

• Life insurance (basic and supplemental)

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Voluntary insurance options (accident, critical illness, long-term care, ID theft, pet)

• Medicare consulting services

• Firm-paid CLE, bar review costs, and bar dues

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Best Law Firm in the Emerging Companies & Venture Capital firm boasts cutting-edge clients, pleasant people, and a flexible work/life balance. The firm is a global player with very deep tech roots and has been ranked among the top 10 M&A advisors in the nation. As the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, the firm is appealing to associates for fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment across its attorney ranks, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, career growth, and building leadership and relationship skills with clients and colleagues. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.