Privacy & Cybersecurity Associate — Data Privacy Expert

Godfrey & Kahn; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Godfrey & Kahn is seeking a Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate in Milwaukee to advise clients on data privacy, cybersecurity, breach response and related technology matters, alongside a growing team of partners and associates.

The ideal candidate will hold a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school, be admitted (or eligible) to practice in Wisconsin, and possess privacy certifications (CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM). Strong communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice or eligible for admission to Wisconsin.
• Certified Privacy Professional credentials (CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM).
• Experience as a junior associate at a leading law firm or comparable in-house counsel.
• Experience in cyber-incident response, security/privacy program implementation or AI governance.
• Superior organizational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and comfort with client interactions.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with multiple deadlines.
• Interest in a collaborative, intellectually stimulating environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients in responding to cybersecurity incidents and data breaches.
• Provide support on M&A privacy/cyber due diligence from pre-deal to post-closing.
• Draft and negotiate technology, AI, data privacy, data sharing and information security agreements.
• Advise on data privacy and security laws (GDPR, HIPAA, GLBA, CCPA, state laws).
• Advise on best practices related to data governance, including AI.
• Apply knowledge of US and EU privacy regimes to develop best practices.
• Draft cybersecurity policies and conduct tabletop exercises with clients.
• Assist with managing technology disputes.
• Communicate with supervising attorneys on compliance, enforcement trends and privacy policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Wisconsin admission or eligible to practice

CIPP/US, CIPP/E or CIPM certification

Job description

Godfrey & Kahn is seeking a Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate in Milwaukee to advise clients on data privacy, cybersecurity, breach response and related technology matters, alongside a growing team of partners and associates.

The ideal candidate will hold a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school, be admitted (or eligible) to practice in Wisconsin, and possess privacy certifications (CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM). Strong communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment are essential.