Senior Data Security Analyst

Morrison Foerster; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law practice seeks a Senior Data Security Analyst to develop a robust data compliance program. The role encompasses responsibilities from risk assessment to cross-departmental collaboration to ensure optimal protection of sensitive information. Candidates should have a strong background in information security and be ready to build and enhance compliance frameworks.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits

Global wellness program

Education reimbursement

Competitive annual profit-sharing

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in information security or data risk management.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards like GDPR, HIPAA, or CCPA.
• Hands-on experience with data lifecycle management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of data compliance functions within Information Security.
• Design and implement safeguards for data classification and protection.
• Act as a liaison between Information Security and other departments.

Skills

Data protection risk assessments

Technical controls

Data classification

Regulatory compliance

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

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At MoFo, we couldn’t write our own success story without yours. Ready to write your story?

Join MoFo as a SENIOR DATA SECURITY ANALYST on our Information Technology team!

This role can be based in San Francisco, Palo Alto, Los Angeles, San Diego, Denver, Austin, Boston, New York or Washington, D.C.

https://www.mofo.com/offices

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Data Security Analyst will lead the ground-up development of a firm-wide data compliance function within the Information Security team. This greenfield role is ideal for someone eager to take ownership of design, implementation, and continuous improvement of controls that protect sensitive information across its lifecycle. The analyst will have the opportunity to shape tooling, process, and policy interfaces in partnership with Legal, Privacy, Compliance, and IT. The analyst will work across business, legal, compliance, and technical teams to ensure sensitive data is adequately classified, accessed, retained, and protected. This individual will serve as the first operational lead for data compliance within Information Security and is expected to work independently to establish foundational processes, tools, and reporting mechanisms. Ensures client service and satisfaction are attained in all areas of position. This position plays a mission-critical role in shaping how Information Security enables trusted, policy-aligned, and auditable data practices across the firm.

Data Compliance Oversight

• Design and implement technical and procedural safeguards for firm-wide data classification, monitoring, and protection.
• Develop and maintain workflows to support data lifecycle policies and retention rules.
• Conduct data protection risk assessments to identify and mitigate risks related to access, sharing, and policy enforcement.
• Maintain operational documentation related to technical controls, exception processes, and compliance monitoring.

Program Implementation and Enablement

• Serve as the operational lead for establishing and running the firm’s first dedicated data compliance capability, including control development, tooling integration, and cross-functional coordination.
• Define control effectiveness criteria, metrics, and benchmarks.
• Partner with IT to evaluate and implement tooling that supports classification, DLP, and data visibility.
• Establish and maintain triage and remediation workflows for data protection incidents or policy violations.
• Respond to and lead investigations involving potential data handling or protection violations.
• Contribute to root cause analysis and future-proofing of technical controls.
• Maintain logs and documentation to support internal audit or legal inquiries.

Cross-Functional Engagement

• Act as liaison between Information Security and other departments (e.g., Legal, Privacy, Compliance) to ensure cohesive execution of firm data policies.
• Provide technical input and operational support for data-focused initiatives or assessments.

Reporting & Analytics

• Create and maintain dashboards and compliance metrics for reporting to senior leadership and risk committees.
• Document control performance and identified risk decisions for audits, assessments, and external disclosures.

ABOUT YOU

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in information security, privacy operations, or data risk management.
• Demonstrated ability to build or significantly contribute to a data compliance or protection function.
• Familiarity with regulatory and contractual data handling standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA).
• Hands-on experience with classification frameworks, access controls, and technical enforcement strategies.
• Experience implementing or managing DLP, file monitoring, or data classification tools preferred.
• Experience supporting compliance efforts tied to large-scale regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, CJIS, HIPAA, or equivalent) preferred.
• CISSP, CISA, CIPP/US, or equivalent certifications.

Teamwork and Applied Skills

• Strong sense of ownership and follow-through with the ability to work independently in a high-responsibility role.
• Proven ability to translate complex regulatory and legal requirements into practical technical controls.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• High client service orientation and ability to balance competing priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-functional communication skills.
• Ability to analyze risk, anticipate compliance gaps, and recommend forward-looking solutions.
• High degree of integrity, discretion, and judgment in handling sensitive information.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and building structure in greenfield environments.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to influence without authority.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and scalable program design.

ABOUT MOFO

At MoFo, we collaborate as one firm, across borders, practice areas, and business functions and value fresh ideas and innovation over conformity and competition.

• About Us: https://www.mofo.com/about
• Diversity + Inclusion: https://careers.mofo.com/careers-diversity
• Commitment to Pro Bono: https://careers.mofo.com/careers-pro-bono
• The MoFo Foundation: https://www.mofo.com/culture/mofo-foundation

ABOUT OUR BENEFITS

MoFo offers a comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day.

• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options and backup child and elder care.
• Global wellness program, including free access to Talkspace and Calm apps.
• Annual community service day to make an impact on your community and a birthday holiday just for fun.
• Education reimbursement annually.
• Dedicated Talent Development team.
• Competitive annual profit-sharing contribution.

Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, overtime as applicable, health/welfare benefits, retirement contributions, paid holidays, and PTO. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: local market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience; and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications. The application deadline is December 20, 2025.

New York, San Francisco, Palo Alto salary range: $128k to $178k

Los Angeles, San Diego, Boston, Washington, D.C. salary range: $122k to $169k

Denver salary range: $114k to $159k

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Law Practice and Legal Services

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