Remote Privacy and Data Security Attorney

Join Our Mission to Safeguard Data and Empower Compliance

Do you bring deep legal expertise and genuine enthusiasm for data privacy, cybersecurity law, and remote legal counsel? We are seeking a seasoned Privacy and Data Security Attorney to play a vital role in ensuring regulatory compliance and protecting sensitive information in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. This is a fully remote opportunity offering an annual salary of $131,000 and the chance to influence key data governance policies while advancing your career from anywhere.

About the Role

In this role, you will serve as a trusted legal advisor on privacy and cybersecurity matters, collaborating across departments to design and execute initiatives that align with global data protection standards. You will ensure adherence to U.S. and international privacy laws while providing guidance on corporate policies, data breach responses, vendor contracts, and data sharing practices. Your work will directly impact the organization’s integrity, customer trust, and long-term compliance posture.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory and Compliance

• Interpret and advise on data protection laws such as GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA, and other emerging privacy regulations.
• Provide legal counsel on cybersecurity frameworks and risk management strategies.

Contract and Documentation Oversight

• Draft, review, and negotiate data protection agreements, including DPAs and standard contractual clauses.
• Collaborate with compliance, IT, HR, and operations teams to operationalize privacy by design.

Risk Management and Policy Development

• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and help craft agile policies that reflect changes.
• Support incident response teams during investigations of data breaches and regulatory inquiries.

Program Governance

• Oversee global privacy impact assessments and compliance audits.
• Guide training initiatives that foster a culture of privacy and data stewardship.

Work Environment

As a remote privacy and data security attorney, you will work in a virtual-first environment designed for agility, collaboration, and autonomy. You’ll be part of a legal team that values precision, innovation, and continuous learning. Our digital-first legal infrastructure supports secure communication and document collaboration from any location, empowering you to contribute meaningfully without geographic constraints.

Tools and Technology

• Secure cloud-based platforms for legal documentation and project management.
• Legal research and contract lifecycle tools such as LexisNexis, Westlaw, and Ironclad
• Privacy management software like OneTrust or TrustArc
• Encrypted communications via secure messaging and video conferencing systems
• Integrated compliance dashboards to track global data privacy initiatives

Qualifications

Education and Licensing

• Juris Doctor (JD) from a recognized U.S. law institution and a current authorization to practice within the U.S.

Professional Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience practicing law with a focus on privacy, cybersecurity, or technology law
• Strong command of data protection legislation, including GDPR, CCPA, and industry-specific standards

Skills and Certifications

• Experience advising clients or departments on global data transfers, vendor risk, and information governance
• Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated success in a remote or distributed team setting
• CIPP/US, CIPP/E, or similar privacy certifications preferred but not required

Opportunities for Growth

This position presents a rare opportunity to shape the approach to data privacy within a global digital organization. As privacy laws evolve and technology advances, you’ll be at the forefront of advising on cutting-edge legal solutions. With each success, you will deepen your influence as a privacy leader, build thought leadership in data ethics, and potentially lead strategic initiatives that impact the organization worldwide.

Professional Development

• Regular CLE and privacy training opportunities
• Access to expert legal forums and conferences
• Peer mentorship and leadership tracks
• The flexibility to balance impactful work with personal well-being

Why This Role Matters

In an era defined by digital trust, your role as a Privacy and Data Security Attorney has never been more critical. You will serve a central role in protecting not only corporate integrity but also the personal information of clients, partners, and employees. Through your expertise, you will help build ethical frameworks that prioritize transparency, accountability, and secure innovation.

Your legal insight will empower teams to make informed decisions with confidence, knowing they are operating within a privacy-first framework. Your voice will shape privacy practices that reflect both regulatory requirements and a commitment to user rights.

Your Future Starts Here

If you are ready to bring your legal acumen, cybersecurity focus, and commitment to ethical data use to a mission-driven environment, we invite you to apply. Here, your expertise will not only be valued—it will be instrumental in shaping the future of digital trust and regulatory excellence.

Apply today and take the next bold step in your legal career. Let’s secure the future of privacy, together.