ATTORNEY IV (537728) — Senior Attorney, Data Privacy and Technology

About this Role: Office of Technology and Solutions Integration (OTSI) is looking for an experienced attorney, with strong independent legal judgment and expertise in information technology related law, to provide legal counsel and support for difficult, complex, and sensitive Data Privacy and Information Technology (IT) related matters. The Senior Attorney, Data Privacy and Technology, (Attorney IV)* serves as a legal expert, supporting the more complex, difficult and sensitive legal issues as they relate to data privacy, protection of health information, open government, public contracting law, state and federal government IT procurement law, and other emerging IT and Data areas that have a significant impact on OTSI operations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to drafting and reviewing the more challenging and complex IT related agreements/contracts, preparing legal opinions, participating in high profile contract negotiations, and advising/providing consolation for OTSI executives, managers, and project teams. The position also works collaboratively with internal and external partners such as other OTSI attorneys, staff, leadership, and other state entities to resolve the more complex, difficult and sensitive legal issues. This position represents OTSI before state and federal oversight entities, supports development of policies and legislation, assists with information security reviews, and responds to Public Records Act requests. If you want to be part of a team of attorneys that values collaboration, innovation, leadership, accountability to deliver positive outcomes that ultimately improve services for Californians apply today! You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. This position is eligible for telework opportunities. All commuting expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate. Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview but must be a resident of California for employment. Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is required and must be included. Other - Cover Letter - Include a cover letter of no more than one page in length describing your interest and why you are the best candidate for the position. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.