Corporate Associate (Data Privacy and Cyber) - Silicon Valley

Company: Direct Counsel
Location: San Jose
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Associate – Privacy & Cyber (Transactional) Locations: Austin | Houston | San Francisco | Silicon Valley | Washington, D.C. Experience Level: 5 years Practice Area: Corporate – Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a Privacy & Cyber Associate (3rd–5th year) to support its thriving Transactional Privacy Practice . This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge privacy and cybersecurity issues at the intersection of technology, law, and business. You Will: Advise on CCPA/CPRA, GDPR, and other privacy laws Support M&A, IPOs, and other corporate deals with privacy components Negotiate privacy and security terms in commercial agreements Work with top-tier clients on fast-evolving regulatory matters and tech innovations You Have: 5 years of legal experience in privacy, data security, or cyber law Solid transactional background (especially in tech, commercial contracts, or M&A) Exceptional writing, communication, and negotiation skills A passion for privacy and tech—CIPP is a plus! Strong law firm training and excellent academic credentials Join a collaborative, fast-paced team tackling complex privacy challenges for clients across industries.

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