Data Privacy And Security Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Data Privacy And Security Attorney. Here's the job description:

Job Overview: The Data Privacy And Security Attorney will provide legal counsel to clients on matters related to data privacy, security, and compliance. They will draft and review privacy policies, conduct risk assessments, collaborate with cross-functional teams during cybersecurity incidents, stay updated with privacy laws, represent clients in legal proceedings, and advise on international data transfers.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel to clients on data privacy, security, and compliance matters.
• Draft and review privacy policies, terms of use, and data protection agreements.
• Conducted risk assessments and developed strategies to mitigate data-related risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address cybersecurity incidents and breaches.
• Stay up-to-date with evolving privacy laws and regulations.
• Represent clients in legal proceedings related to data breaches or privacy violations.
• Advise on international data transfers and cross-border data flows.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the North Carolina State Bar.
• 6 years of experience practicing data privacy and security law.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state privacy regulations (e.g., CCPA, GDPR).
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Certifications:

• CIPP/US or CIPP/E certification preferred.

Skills:

• Legal expertise in data privacy and security.
• Analytical and risk assessment skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to stay updated with changing laws and regulations.

This firm reportedly has a congenial environment, competitive compensation and full benefits package. It offers transactional and litigation legal services to businesses, financial institutions, governments, individuals and insurance companies. We like this firm because clients have access to the resources and breadth of experience of a full-service firm as well as the direct personal contact with attorneys found in smaller firms. With offices in both central and southwest Virginia, the firms attorneys are able to help clients with legal needs throughout the state. The firm is in a current period of growth that we cant see ending any time soon.