Senior Counsel – Privacy, Cybersecurity and AI

Transamerica

. Independently handle complex privacy, cybersecurity and AI legal matters with minimal supervision .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $165,000 - $195,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in global privacy, cybersecurity, and AI legal matters, with a strong ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable strategies. Proven experience in drafting agreements, implementing compliance frameworks, and delivering training on privacy and AI governance.

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JD From An ABA-Accredited Law SchoolLicensed To Practice Law In The U.S.5 Years Of Global Privacy Legal Experience2 Years Of AI Governance ExperienceCertified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP)

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Hard Skills

Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs)Data Processing AgreementsData Transfer AgreementsPrivacy And AI Compliance FrameworksRegulatory ComplianceCybersecurity RegulationsAI GovernanceRisk Management

Soft Skills

Strong Written Communication SkillsStrong Oral Communication SkillsInfluence Without AuthorityIntellectual CuriosityAction-Oriented

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP)

Industry Keywords

CCPAGLBHIPAANAIC AI Model BulletinNYDFSColorado AI ActGDPRPIPEDALOPDGlobal Financial Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently handle complex privacy, cybersecurity and AI legal matters with minimal supervision
Advise business stakeholders on privacy, cybersecurity and AI governance regulatory requirements
Translate legal obligations into practical implementation strategies and communicate risk to decision-makers
Partner on global AI governance initiatives, including reviewing AI use cases for legal and regulatory compliance
Support global privacy operations, including PIAs, DPIAs, DSARs, RoPAs, and third-party privacy risk management
Draft, review, and negotiate data processing agreements and data transfer agreements
Design and implement scalable privacy and AI compliance frameworks and repeatable processes
Identify training needs and develop and deliver privacy and AI regulatory training
Drive cross-functional projects to completion
Coordinate outside counsel and respond to regulatory inquiries

Requirements

What you’ll need

JD from an ABA-accredited law school or equivalent legal experience
Licensed to practice law in the U.S.
5 years of global privacy legal experience, preferably at a large law firm or in-house within a global financial services company
2 years of AI governance experience, including advising on AI regulations and supporting successful implementation of AI governance programs
Deep subject matter expertise across global privacy, cybersecurity and AI regulatory frameworks, including CCPA, GLB, HIPAA, NAIC AI Model Bulletin, NYDFS, Colorado AI Act, GDPR, PIPEDA, and LOPD
Strong technical fluency related to AI, data, and cybersecurity
Exceptionally strong written and oral communication skills
Experience driving change through influence rather than direct authority
Intellectually curious, action-oriented, and willing to fail fast, learn, and iterate
Preferred: 7 years of global privacy legal experience
Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) or comparable privacy certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service
Ten (10) paid holidays per year
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs
Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position