Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The role focuses on advising clients on cybersecurity incidents, data breaches, and compliance with data privacy laws, with emphasis on governance and AI considerations.

The position supports mergers and acquisitions, drafts technology and data privacy agreements, and helps implement data governance and AI best practices.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Wisconsin admission or eligibility to practice.
• Experience as a junior associate or in-house counsel.
• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) preferred.
• Experience in cyber-incident response and AI governance.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on responding to cybersecurity incidents and data breaches.
• Provide data privacy and cybersecurity due diligence support in mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft and negotiate technology, AI, and data privacy agreements.
• Advise on data privacy laws including GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA.
• Develop best practices for data governance and AI.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Organizational skills

Deadline management

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate in Milwaukee, WI. The role involves advising clients on cybersecurity incidents, data breaches, and compliance with data privacy laws. The associate will support mergers and acquisitions, draft agreements, and develop best practices for data governance.

Duties

• Advise clients on responding to cybersecurity incidents and data breaches.
• Provide support on data privacy and cybersecurity due diligence in mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft and negotiate agreements related to technology, AI, and data privacy.
• Advise on data privacy laws including GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA.
• Develop best practices for data governance and AI.
• Draft cybersecurity policies and conduct tabletop exercises.
• Assist in managing technology disputes.
• Communicate compliance recommendations to supervising attorneys.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted or eligible for admission to practice in Wisconsin.
• Experience as a junior associate or in-house counsel.
• Certified Information Privacy Professional Certification preferred.
• Experience in cyber-incident response and AI governance.

Education

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM) preferred.

Skills

• Superior organizational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment.