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Cybersecurity/Data Privacy Attorney (Permanent/Remote)

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Latitude is seeking a Cybersecurity/Data Privacy Attorney to join the first-party cyber incident response team of a dynamic mid-sized firm to assist clients in the diverse and quickly evolving field of data privacy and information security liability. This is an exciting opportunity to work with company management, Boards of Directors, outside vendors and government agencies to protect the interests of the firm’s clients in today’s technology-based business environment. Interested candidates should have 3+ years of cybersecurity/data privacy experience.  Candidates with commercial litigation experience who are interested in learning cyber law will also be considered. Excellent written and oral advocacy skills are a must. This is a remote position; candidates must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in any state.

Responsibilities of the Cybersecurity/Data Privacy Attorney:
  • Advise clients on matters of compliance and help them navigate through a cybersecurity breach
  • Defend clients in legal actions involving breaches or other non-compliance issues
  • Collaborate with privacy and cybersecurity experts to develop a coordinated, interdisciplinary approach to each client’s unique situations
  • Develop and implement corporate governance, cybersecurity practices, incident analysis protocols and response programs for the firm’s clients
Requirements for the Cybersecurity/Data Privacy Attorney:
  • 3+ years of cybersecurity/data privacy experience at a law firm; would consider someone with commercial litigation experience who wants to become part of cyber response team
  • Licensed to practice in any U.S. state
  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, professional law firm setting
  • Excellent written and oral advocacy skills
Position Details of the Attorney:
  • Type of Role: Permanent
  • Schedule: Full-time
  • Location: Remote
Compensation:
  • Pay: The salary range for this role is $120,000 to $170,000.   The position is also bonus eligible.  Pay is based on multiple factors including but not limited to work experience, qualifications, credentials, and location. 
 
  • Benefits: In addition to pay, a competitive benefits package is also provided, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) and generous leave policies.

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Latitude will not propose you to prospective clients without your prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

About Latitude
Latitude is a full-service flexible legal talent company serving corporate legal departments and law firms nationwide. From Fortune Global 100 companies to start-ups and Global 50 law firms to boutiques, clients turn to us for top-tier attorneys and other legal professionals.

Latitude specializes in providing highly skilled former in-house counsel and Big Law attorneys for flexible contract engagements and permanent positions in dozens of practice areas, including commercial contracting, data privacy, M&A, employment, litigation, and more.

Founded in 2013, Latitude has been recognized by Chambers as a leading global flexible legal staffing company and the #1 Legal Recruiter by The National Law Journal.

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Outstanding legal professionals who are seeking permanent positions choose to work with Latitude because of our deep market knowledge, career advocacy and extensive client base. Our own practice experience and client relationships enable us to effectively tailor our candidate proposals to the specific practice strengths and interpersonal attributes that matter most to our clients and to match our candidates with the opportunities that will be most fulfilling to them.

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Q: What other legal jobs do you have?
A: If you’re interested in working with Latitude but do not think this particular legal job is the right one for you, we encourage you to explore our other open opportunities or fill out a General Application by visiting us at https://latitudelegal.com/jobs/
 
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For more information about Latitude, please visit us at https://latitudelegal.com.
Thank you for your interest in Latitude!

Latitude is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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