Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness reimbursements

Emotional health support

Family health coverage

IVF and adoption benefits

Paid parental leave

Career coaching for working parents

Back-up childcare (in-home and center)

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible spending accounts

Life and disability insurance

ID theft protection and pet insurance

Firm-paid CLE and bar dues

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Palo Alto, CA seeks a Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity Associate to address complex data protection, consumer privacy, and AI regulatory matters for global clients.

You will represent clients in FTC and state AG investigations, advise on data collection and compliance, and help implement global privacy programs and incident responses.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with technology industries and government regulation preferred.
• Familiarity with FTC policy and enforcement is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in investigations by the FTC and state Attorneys General.
• Advise on data collection, usage, and compliance with global privacy laws.
• Develop responses to security breaches and enhance privacy policies.
• Implement global compliance programs.

Skills

FTC policy

Privacy laws

Cybersecurity

Tools

CIPP Certification

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity Associate in Palo Alto, CA. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team addressing complex data, privacy, cybersecurity, consumer protection, and AI regulatory issues for global clients.

Duties

• Represent clients in investigations by the FTC and state Attorneys General.
• Advise on data collection, usage, and compliance with global privacy laws.
• Develop responses to security breaches and enhance privacy policies.
• Implement global compliance programs.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with technology industries and government regulation preferred.
• Familiarity with FTC policy and enforcement is desirable.

Education

Superior academic credentials required.

Certifications

CIPP certification is a plus.

Skills

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of computer programming, network technologies, and web technologies is beneficial.

Benefits

• Monthly wellness reimbursements.
• 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support.
• Healthcare coverage for family members.
• Family-building benefits including IVF and adoption.
• Paid parental leave and parenting support.
• Career coaching for working parents.
• In-home and center-based back-up childcare.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• Voluntary ID theft protection and pet insurance.
• Firm-paid CLE, bar review fees, and bar dues.