Data Strategy, Security, and Privacy Advisory Associate Attorney

Houstonoffice of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks data strategy, security, and privacy advisory associate attorney with 2-4 years of legal experience in cybersecurity and data privacy counseling, compliance, and transactional matters. The candidate will be advising clients on compliance with cybersecurity and data privacy laws. Will be preparing public-facing consumer disclosures and internal company policies and procedures. Drafting, revising, and negotiating data and technology contracts with service providers and commercial customers. Advising M&A deal teams and other firm colleagues on cybersecurity and data privacy matters; and addressing client needs in related fields including digital marketing, intellectual property, and artificial intelligence. Admission to the Bar in the state of practice is essential. At least foundational knowledge in federal, state, and foreign cybersecurity and data privacy laws, such as CCPA and similar state laws, HIPAA, GLBA, and the EU GDPR essential. Experience providing legal advice on cybersecurity and data privacy issues, which can come in the form of advisory and compliance experience and/or transactional work needed. Technology experience or skills helpful (e.g., technical degree or experience, software development, employment at/advising tech companies as an attorney or prior to law school). CIPP/US certification preferred.

The candidate should have strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to draft materials in business-friendly language. Must be self-motivated and have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to execute and collaborate within a cross-office hybrid working environment, innovative thinking, project management skills, and the desire to be part of a high-growth, diverse team. Must have the commitment to continue developing proficiency in cybersecurity and data privacy laws and skills.

Prestige, opportunity, diversity, and tremendous culture draw associates to this global conglomerate firm. With 200 practice areas, this firm is highly regarded and goes above and beyond with its efforts both within the firm and outside the firm. Current associates boast a wonderful work/life balance, as well as the ability to work with dedicated and leaders and just overall ?great people.? Associates welcome being part of a firm known to be a leader in inclusion. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.