Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Associate

About the role

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a mid‑level associate to join its Data Privacy, Cybersecurity & Regulatory Compliance practice in Atlanta. The role involves advising and defending clients on complex privacy and security matters across a range of industries.

Key responsibilities

• Handle sophisticated government investigations, enforcement actions and litigation involving data privacy, cybersecurity, advertising, marketing, consumer protection and financial services.
• Provide regulatory counseling on state, federal and international privacy laws such as GDPR, CCPA and emerging statutes.
• Respond to CIDs, subpoenas and regulatory inquiries, and conduct related internal investigations.
• Draft and review privacy policies, data‑security protocols and compliance programs for corporate clients.

Required profile

• 3–6 years of relevant litigation, investigations or regulatory experience, preferably with exposure to FTC, CFPB, state AG or similar regulators.
• Experience advising on GDPR, CCPA and other privacy frameworks.
• J.D. with strong academic credentials and excellent legal research, writing, analytical and advocacy skills.
• Admission to the Georgia Bar or eligibility for prompt admission.
• Government, judicial clerkship or in‑house experience is a plus.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive, market‑rate compensation.
• Opportunity to work on high‑profile, cross‑border privacy and cybersecurity matters.
• Collaborative environment within a globally recognized law firm.