Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity Associate - Palo Alto

Cybersecurity & Privacy Associate

Direct Counsel represents an AmLaw 100 firm seeking a mid-level to senior Cybersecurity & Privacy Associate with 3+ years of relevant experience to join its growing Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity practice.

The ideal candidate will have experience with cyber incident response, cybersecurity investigations, privacy and cybersecurity counseling, or cybersecurity matters within a government agency. This is an opportunity to take on significant responsibility advising leading technology companies on complex cyber, AI, and privacy issues.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on cybersecurity incidents, crisis management, and regulatory response.
• Represent companies in cybersecurity, privacy, and AI-related investigations.
• Counsel clients on privacy and cybersecurity compliance and best practices.
• Provide cybersecurity guidance in connection with technology and corporate transactions.
• Advise cybersecurity companies on legal issues involving security research and threat intelligence.
• Help clients navigate evolving cybersecurity, AI, and privacy regulations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in incident response, cybersecurity investigations, cybersecurity counseling, or related government work.
• Experience advising private-sector clients on cybersecurity and privacy matters strongly preferred.
• Relevant cybersecurity or privacy experience with a state or federal government agency is a plus.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Superior academic credentials.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take significant responsibility and work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Active bar admission and membership in good standing in the applicable jurisdiction.

Locations: Washington, DC; Palo Alto; San Francisco; Austin; Boston; Century City; Los Angeles; New York; San Diego; or Seattle.