CYBERSECURITY, PRIVACY & AI - ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Tom Trese; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 279,000 - 341,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) and retirement plans

Generous PTO

Parental leave

Relocation allowance

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its renowned Cybersecurity, Privacy & AI practice in Boston. The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of experience in cybersecurity and privacy law, with hands-on experience advising clients on compliance and legal issues. Responsibilities include advising on governance, supporting transactions, and managing data breach responses. The role offers a competitive salary starting at $310,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of substantive experience in cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection matters.
• Active Bar Admission in relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
• Experience supporting deal diligence in mergers and acquisitions.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on privacy, cybersecurity, and AI-related legal issues.
• Support M&A, financing, and commercial transactions through diligence.
• Handle all aspects of data breach response.

Skills

Hands-on experience advising clients on privacy laws

Strong analytical skills

Understanding of data breach response

Familiarity with GDPR/UK GDPR

Large law firm experience

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

CYBERSECURITY, PRIVACY & AI - ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location: Boston, MA; Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA

Hybrid

Our client, a global AmLaw 50 law firm, with a globally recognized Cybersecurity, Privacy & AI practice, is seeking a highly qualified Associate Attorney to join its collaborative and forward-thinking team. This elite practice is widely regarded as one of the most sophisticated in the market, advising leading companies on their most sensitive, high-stakes, and cutting‑edge matters involving data privacy, cybersecurity incidents, and artificial intelligence governance.

The team is known for its pioneering work in the field, including handling landmark privacy litigation, complex regulatory investigations, large‑scale data breach responses, and AI‑related governance and litigation matters. Attorneys in this group work at the forefront of rapidly evolving legal and regulatory frameworks, partnering closely with clients across industries to address issues of strategic importance throughout the full lifecycle of privacy, cybersecurity, and AI risk.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top‑tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 4‑7 years of substantive experience in cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection matters.
• Hands‑on experience advising clients on state, federal, and international privacy laws, including strategic counseling and compliance.
• Experience supporting deal diligence in mergers and acquisitions, financings, and commercial transactions.
• Working familiarity with data‑driven technologies, including AI/ML, biometrics, and related global regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with GDPR/UK GDPR, cross‑border data transfers, and international privacy regimes preferred.
• Exposure to laws such as HIPAA, ECPA, COPPA, CAN‑SPAM, VPPA, FERPA, CCPA/CPRA, and other state consumer privacy and data breach laws is a plus.
• Experience with data breach response, incident investigations, and defense of regulatory enforcement actions brought by state attorneys general, the FTC, OCR/HHS, SEC cybersecurity regulators, or EU authorities is a plus.
• Large law firm experience required.
• Strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage complex, fast‑moving matters in a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on privacy, cybersecurity, and AI‑related legal and regulatory issues, including governance, compliance, and product development.
• Support M&A, financing, and commercial transactions through privacy and cybersecurity diligence and risk assessment.
• Handle all aspects of data breach response, including investigations, regulatory notifications, and coordination with forensic and crisis‑response teams.
• Defend clients in regulatory investigations and enforcement actions and related litigation, including class actions.
• Provide counseling on U.S. and global privacy laws, cybersecurity regulations, and emerging AI legal frameworks.
• Collaborate with colleagues across litigation, corporate, regulatory, and international teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to join a market‑leading Cybersecurity, Privacy & AI practice that consistently handles some of the most high‑profile and innovative matters in the field. Attorneys in this group are trusted advisors to the world’s leading organizations, working on matters that shape the future of privacy, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence regulation. The environment is collegial, flexible, and intellectually rigorous, with a strong commitment to mentorship, professional development, and long‑term career growth.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $310,000+, commensurate with experience and class year.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, extensive emotional health resource programs, social connectedness programs, 401(k) and retirement plans, generous PTO, parental leave, family concierge, commuter benefits, relocation allowance, professional development resources, and additional firm‑sponsored programs.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.