Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity Associate

Job Overview:
A leading law firm is seeking a 2nd to 4th year Associate Attorney to join its Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity practice group. This position will focus on advising clients during cybersecurity incidents and on broader privacy and data protection compliance issues. The ideal candidate will assist clients across technology and innovation sectors, manage regulatory investigations, support M&A and strategic transactions, and help grow the firm’s cybersecurity advisory services. Recruitment is being conducted on behalf of the firm.

Location:

• Palo Alto, CA

Duties:

• Advise clients on data breaches and cybersecurity incidents

• Guide clients through privacy and cybersecurity compliance obligations

• Represent clients in regulatory inquiries and investigations following incidents

• Support technology-related corporate transactions, including due diligence and risk assessments

• Counsel cybersecurity companies on compliance related to threat intelligence and security research

• Contribute to the development of internal protocols, incident response plans, and legal strategies

• Stay current on developments in cybersecurity regulations and industry best practices

Requirements:

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

• Experience with incident response or investigations preferred

• Familiarity with U.S. and international data privacy frameworks a plus

• Government or regulatory agency experience valued

Education:

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

• Strong academic credentials required

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in the jurisdiction of intended office location

• CIPP or similar certification is a plus

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong legal research and analytical abilities

• Ability to manage multiple complex matters efficiently

• Proactive, client-focused, and collaborative mindset

• Interest in cutting-edge legal issues related to cybersecurity and technology

Benefits:

• Discretionary merit-based bonuses

• Monthly wellness reimbursements

• 24/7 access to behavioral health support and virtual counseling

• Healthcare coverage for employees, partners, and dependents

• Family-building support: IVF, adoption, surrogacy, egg-freezing

• Paid parental leave

• Parenting concierge services and telemedicine

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

• Tutoring and academic coaching for children

• Health Savings Accounts with firm contributions

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

• Basic and supplemental life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Voluntary insurance (long-term care, critical illness, accident, pet, ID theft)

• Medicare consulting services

• Firm-paid CLE, bar review courses, 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.