Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Junior to Mid-Level Associate

Washington, D.C.

- Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Junior to Mid-Level Associate Washington, D.C.Lateral Associate Cybersecurity and Data Privacy

Skadden is seeking outstanding junior and mid-level associates (i.e., class of ) to join its Global Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Practice and AI Practice. Candidates should have two to six years of relevant experience, which includes handling data privacy, AI, and cybersecurity matters. The ideal candidates will have experience assisting clients with: (i) AI, cybersecurity, and privacy incident preparedness and response;

(ii) conducting regulatory defense investigations relating to AI, data privacy and cybersecurity issues; (iii) building legally defensible AI, data privacy, and cybersecurity programs in the US (including for NIST, CCPA, BIPA, HIPAA, WMHMDA, and other US state and federal privacy laws); (iv) conducting AI, data privacy, and cybersecurity due diligence and M&A support; and/or (v) drafting AI, privacy, and cybersecurity policies and negotiating data processing and related agreements.

High level of academic achievement and solid law firm experience preferred. A strong interest in the fields of AI, data privacy and cybersecurity is desired. Work experience in the federal government or law enforcement on AI, cybersecurity, or data privacy issues, including non-legal experience, is welcome and encouraged. The starting base salary for this Washington, D.C. position is expected to be between, $260,000 to $420,000 annually.

Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other job-related factors, consistent with applicable law. This position may be eligible for a discretionary year-end bonus.

Skadden's multidisciplinary Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Practice and AI Practice assist clients in navigating the rapidly evolving AI, cybersecurity, privacy and technology landscapes.

Associates who join Skadden laterally participate in an enhanced mentor program, which specifically focuses on the unique needs experienced attorneys face during professional transitions.

These efforts, along with our professional development and other Skadden benefits ,including a hybrid work model*, offer a dynamic environment where all can shape their own career trajectories while contributing to groundbreaking legal work. We also have an extensive pro bono program that allows attorneys to devote, and receive credit for, time for myriad causes that spark their interests and matches those interests with the legal needs in the community.

• our professional development and other Skadden benefits ,including a hybrid work model*
• We also have an extensive pro bono program that allows attorneys to devote, and receive credit for, time for myriad causes that spark their interests and matches those interests with the legal needs in the community.
• * Our current hybrid work model consists of working Monday through Thursday in the office. Attorneys also receive the opportunity to work remotely for specified periods throughout the year.

* Our current hybrid work model consists of working Monday through Thursday in the office. Attorneys also receive the opportunity to work remotely for specified periods throughout the year.

Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.

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