Data Privacy Attorney

Verrus, LLC; United States; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Multiple U.S. office locations

Job summary

Verrus, LLC is seeking a Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Attorney to join its nationally recognized Am Law 100 practice. The role offers exposure to leading privacy and cybersecurity matters and a platform to navigate complex regulatory challenges for sophisticated clients.

You will counsel on GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA, and cross-border data transfers, conduct risk assessments, draft agreements, and help build compliant privacy programs across industries. Hybrid work from multiple U.S.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience practicing data privacy and cybersecurity.
• Strong understanding of GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and state privacy laws.
• Experience advising on privacy compliance, risk management, and data protection matters.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on U.S. and international privacy laws incl. GDPR and CCPA/CPRA.
• Counseling on HIPAA, GLBA, FERPA, FCRA/FACTA, COPPA compliance.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating privacy, data processing, and information security agreements.
• Conducting privacy risk assessments and advising on mitigation.
• Assisting with privacy governance, compliance programs and policies.
• Advising on cybersecurity incidents, investigations, and enforcement matters.
• Monitoring developments in privacy/cybersecurity law and advising clients.

Skills

Data privacy

Cybersecurity

Counseling clients

Drafting agreements

Regulatory knowledge

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Job description

Multiple U.S. office locations available

Compensation

Basic salary + bonus/package dependant with qualification and experience.

The Opportunity

A highly regarded Am Law 100 law firm is seeking a Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Attorney to join its nationally recognized practice.

This is an opportunity to work alongside leading privacy and cybersecurity practitioners advising sophisticated clients on some of the most complex and evolving issues in data protection, information governance, cybersecurity compliance, incident response, and regulatory risk management.

The team works with clients across a broad range of industries, helping them navigate increasingly complex domestic and international privacy frameworks while managing business-critical cyber and regulatory challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising clients on U.S. and international privacy and data protection laws, including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA and other emerging state privacy frameworks
• Counseling clients on compliance with sector-specific regulations including HIPAA, GLBA, FERPA, FCRA/FACTA and COPPA
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating privacy, data processing, and information security agreements
• Conducting privacy risk assessments and advising on risk mitigation strategies
• Assisting clients with privacy governance, compliance programs, and internal policies
• Advising on cybersecurity incidents, regulatory investigations, and enforcement matters
• Monitoring legal and regulatory developments across the privacy and cybersecurity landscape
• Collaborating with clients and internal teams to develop practical, business-focused solutions

Candidate Profile

• 3+ years of experience practicing data privacy and cybersecurity
• Strong understanding of domestic and international privacy frameworks, including GDPR and U.S. state privacy laws
• Experience advising clients on privacy compliance, risk management, and data protection matters
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work directly with clients
• Commercially minded with strong relationship-building capabilities
• Existing client relationships are welcomed but are not required

Preferred Qualifications

• CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM, or similar privacy certification
• Candidate must be admitted and able to practice in the state in which they reside.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a nationally recognized team advising clients on cutting-edge privacy and cybersecurity matters.
• Hybrid working arrangements with the ability to work from multiple U.S. office locations.
• Work within a financially strong, highly profitable Am Law 100 firm with an outstanding reputation in the market.
• Meaningful client exposure, sophisticated work, and a clear path for long-term growth.
• A collegial environment that values entrepreneurship, teamwork, inclusion, and professional development.
• Highly competitive salary, performance-based bonus structure, and comprehensive benefits package.