Privacy & Cybersecurity Associate Attorney – DC

Sun Recruiting, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 225,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Job summary

Our client, an international AmLaw 50 firm, seeks a Privacy Associate Attorney to join its Cybersecurity, Privacy & Data Protection Practice Group in Washington, DC. The role focuses on advising clients on evolving data protection laws, cross-border compliance, and regulatory matters, with opportunities for growth and mentorship within a leading team.

The position requires a JD from a top-tier law school, DC bar admission in good standing, and 1–3 years of relevant privacy experience.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Washington, DC (or eligibility to waive into the DC Bar) in good standing.
• 1–3 years of substantive privacy, cybersecurity, or data protection experience.
• Experience advising clients on privacy compliance, data protection, and related regulatory matters.
• Familiarity with U.S. privacy laws and regulations, including state privacy frameworks and federal requirements.
• Exposure to international privacy and data protection laws, including cross-border compliance considerations, preferred.
• Strong legal research, analytical, drafting, and communication skills.
• Exceptional written communication abilities with client-facing advice experience.
• Comparable law firm experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on privacy compliance, data governance, and data protection requirements across industries.
• Assist clients with regulatory compliance efforts involving U.S. and international privacy frameworks.
• Conduct privacy and cybersecurity due diligence in connection with corporate transactions.
• Draft, review, and update privacy policies, data processing agreements, and related documentation.
• Support clients with cybersecurity preparedness, incident response, investigations, and risk management initiatives.
• Monitor legal developments and provide strategic guidance on emerging privacy and cybersecurity requirements.
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice areas on complex regulatory, transactional, and advisory matters.

Skills

Privacy law

Regulatory compliance

Legal research

Drafting

Client advisory

Cross-border

Education

J.D. from top-tier law school

Job description

Our client, an international AmLaw 50 firm, seeks a Privacy Associate Attorney to join its Cybersecurity, Privacy & Data Protection Practice Group in Washington, DC. The role focuses on advising clients on evolving data protection laws, cross-border compliance, and regulatory matters, with opportunities for growth and mentorship within a leading team.

The position requires a JD from a top-tier law school, DC bar admission in good standing, and 1–3 years of relevant privacy experience.