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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

Assistant Attorney General - Privacy and Data Security Unit - Chicago

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$82K/yr - $108K/yr

NEOGOV is seeking an Assistant Attorney General for the Privacy and Data Security Unit within the Consumer Fraud Bureau. The role involves researching and investigating privacy, technology, and data security issues, as well as enforcing relevant laws to protect consumers and their information.

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Responsibilities

The Consumer Fraud Bureau enforces the Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act (815 ILCS 505/1et. seq)

The Bureau carries out its mandate by conducting investigations and, when appropriate, filing enforcement actions in state or federal court to stop fraudulent, unfair or deceptive practices

The Bureau periodically collaborates with other government and law enforcement agencies, attorneys and advocacy groups on public policy and other matters of law as it pertains to consumer protection

The Bureau also drafts legislation and rules, and participates in events to educate the community on emerging consumer problems and issues

The Privacy and Data Security Unit within the Consumer Fraud Bureau researches and investigates privacy, technology, and data security related issues and brings enforcement actions where appropriate

The Unit also provides internal support to the Office and Chief Privacy Officer concerning the development and implementation of privacy and data security measures to protect the sensitive information the Office of the Attorney General receives and maintains

Qualification

Licensed to practice lawInvestigation experienceLitigation experiencePublic policy experienceInterest in privacy issuesInterest in technologyInterest in data security

Required

Candidates must be licensed to practice law by the State of Illinois at the time of application

Preferred

Strong interest and experience in investigation, litigation, and/or public policy relating to privacy, technology, and/or data security is preferred, particularly with regards to consumer protection issues