Junior to Mid-level Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity Associate

Job Overview:
A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a junior to mid-level Associate Attorney (2nd to 4th year) to join its Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity practice group. This role will involve advising high-growth and established companies on managing cybersecurity incidents, navigating privacy regulations, and supporting transactional matters involving sensitive data and technology. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in the ongoing development of the firm’s cybersecurity and privacy capabilities. Recruitment is being conducted on behalf of the firm.

Location:

• New York, NY

Duties:

• Advise clients during all phases of cybersecurity incidents, including investigation and regulatory response

• Provide counsel on data privacy and security laws, including U.S. state and federal regulations and global frameworks like GDPR

• Draft privacy policies, data processing agreements, and incident response protocols

• Support data-related aspects of M&A, tech transactions, and other commercial deals

• Counsel cybersecurity firms on compliance related to research, threat intelligence, and infrastructure

• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups to address complex data and technology legal issues

Requirements:

• 2–4 years of legal experience in cybersecurity, privacy, regulatory compliance, or technology transactions

• Experience in cybersecurity investigations, incident response, or related regulatory matters is preferred

• Background in working with technology companies or regulatory bodies is a plus

• Demonstrated interest in emerging issues in data protection and cybersecurity law

Education:

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

• Strong academic credentials required

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the bar of the jurisdiction where the candidate intends to practice

• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) is preferred but not required

Skills:

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

• Strong legal research and drafting abilities

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple client matters simultaneously

• Strategic thinker with a solution-oriented mindset

• Comfortable working with both legal and technical subject matter

Benefits:

• Discretionary merit-based bonuses

• Monthly wellness reimbursements

• 24/7 virtual access to emotional and behavioral health services

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for employee, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents

• Family-building support, including IVF, surrogacy, adoption, and egg-freezing

• Paid parental leave

• Parenting support concierge and telemedicine access

• Parents and caregivers resource network

• Career coaching for working parents

• Backup childcare (in-home and center-based)

• Academic tutoring and college preparation for children

• Health Savings Accounts with firm contributions

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Pre-tax commuter and parking programs

• Basic and supplemental life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, accident, and hospitalization insurance

• Voluntary ID theft protection and pet insurance

• Medicare consulting support

• Firm-paid continuing legal education (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.