Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced attorney to join their Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity team in Austin. The role involves advising on privacy, data processing, and cybersecurity matters in corporate and technology transactions, including mergers and acquisitions and public offerings.

Duties

• Advise on privacy and data processing in corporate transactions.
• Handle cybersecurity matters in technology transactions.
• Work with companies in industries such as AI, cloud computing, and fintech.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in mergers and acquisitions or technology transactions.
• Experience with technology industries and regulatory policy is desirable.
• Preference for candidates based in Austin or Palo Alto.

Education

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

Certifications

• CIPP certification is a plus.

Skills

• Superior academic credentials.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Monthly wellness reimbursements.
• 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support.
• Healthcare coverage for family members.
• Family-building benefits including IVF and adoption.
• Paid parental leave and parenting support.
• Career coaching for working parents.
• In-home and center-based back-up childcare.
• Health Savings Accounts with firm contribution.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Pretax commuter and parking benefits.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary long-term care and critical illness insurance.
• Voluntary ID theft protection and pet insurance.
• Medicare consulting.
• Firm-paid CLE, bar review fees, 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.