Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity Associate Attorney

Job Title: Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm in Seattle, WA, is seeking a junior to mid-level Associate to join its Data Privacy & Cybersecurity practice group. This role offers the opportunity to support leading technology-driven businesses in managing critical cybersecurity incidents, navigating global privacy regulations, and advising on cutting-edge legal issues related to digital risk. The successful candidate will be part of a forward-thinking team working on regulatory compliance, incident response, and privacy issues in complex transactions.

Duties:

• Assist clients in managing high-stakes cybersecurity incidents and internal investigations

• Provide day-to-day legal advice on privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity regulatory compliance

• Support corporate transactions with privacy and cybersecurity due diligence and negotiation

• Advise cybersecurity companies on legal concerns related to threat intelligence and security research

• Engage with clients in technology, media, finance, and other regulated sectors on evolving legal standards

• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple offices to provide comprehensive client support

• Contribute to the strategic growth of the firm’s cybersecurity legal practice

Requirements:

• 2 to 4 years of post-JD experience with a focus on privacy, data protection, and/or cybersecurity law

• Prior involvement in data breach response or related investigations strongly preferred

• Experience with federal/state regulatory frameworks (e.g., FTC, GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, NYDFS)

• Familiarity with cybersecurity issues in M&A, technology transactions, or incident response counseling

Education:

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

• Excellent academic credentials required

Certifications:

• Active membership in the bar of any U.S. jurisdiction; ability to gain admission in Washington if not already admitted

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities

• Detail-oriented with an ability to handle complex, sensitive matters under time pressure

• Demonstrated interest in and aptitude for data and cybersecurity law

• Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

• Comfortable engaging directly with sophisticated clients and handling high-level responsibility

Job Location:

• Seattle, WA

Benefits:

• Monthly wellness reimbursements

• Virtual mental health and counseling services are available 24/7

• Comprehensive medical coverage for employees and eligible dependents

• Inclusive family-building benefits (e.g., IVF, surrogacy, adoption, egg-freezing)

• Paid parental leave and family care support programs

• Access to parenting and caregiving resources, including tutoring and college planning

• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with firm contributions

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care

• 401(k) plan with eligibility for firm match

• Commuter and parking benefit options

• Basic and supplemental life insurance coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability plans

• Optional long-term care, critical illness, and accident insurance

• Voluntary identity theft protection and pet insurance

• Medicare advisory services

• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) costs covered

• Reimbursement of bar dues and bar exam-related fees

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.