Senior Data Privacy and Cyber Security Attorney (8+ Years)

PHILLIPS LYTLE LLP•Buffalo, NY
•$152,000 - $225,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Phillips Lytle is seeking to expand its Litigation Practice with the addition of a seasoned data privacy and cyber security lawyer. The firm has an excellent reputation and a roster of high-profile clients, including Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 companies in various industries. The Data Privacy and Cyber Security team is looking for a senior lawyer with at least 8 years of experience in handling complex data, privacy, cybersecurity, and related regulatory issues for a range of companies across multiple industries. Candidates should have deep experience in advising companies on US federal and state privacy laws and global regulations, drafting privacy policies, developing and implementing internal data protection programs, counseling on business and legal incident responses to security breaches, and advising on privacy issues associated with AI, health data, biometric data, and other sensitive information. The firm offers a flexible workplace, a commitment to advancement, significant client contact and responsibility, and values community engagement and an entrepreneurial spirit. They are focused on growing the Firm and welcome individuals looking for an inclusive and equitable environment with an emphasis on mentoring, feedback, and training.

Requirements

  • At least 8 years of experience handling complex data, privacy, cybersecurity, and related regulatory issues
  • Superior academic credentials
  • Strong analytical, drafting, leadership and communication skills

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with computer programming
  • Experience with network technologies
  • Experience with database design
  • CIPP or other advanced certification(s)
  • Some portable business

Responsibilities

  • Advising companies on US federal and state privacy laws and global regulations
  • Drafting privacy policies
  • Developing and implementing internal data protection programs
  • Counseling on business and legal incident responses to security breaches
  • Advising on privacy issues associated with AI, health data, biometric data and other sensitive information

Benefits

  • Bonus Program
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Basic Group Life AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability
  • 401k & Roth Plan Options with Employer Match
  • Flexible Spending Account Plan Options
  • 10 Annual Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
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