AAG-Assistant Attorney General Privacy and Data Security Unit Chicago

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

The Consumer Fraud Bureau enforces the Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act (815 ILCS 505 / 1 et. seq) . The Acts purpose according to its preamble is to protect consumers and borrowers and businessmen against fraud unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce... 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.

Qualifications

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

Supplemental Information

Salary : Salaries are commensurate with number of years of practice as a licensed attorney and range from $ 82000 to $ 107550.

To ensure full consideration please submit a cover letter resume three professional references and a writing sample. Should you have any questions please feel free to contact us :

Attn : Thor Y. Inouye

Office of the Illinois Attorney General

115 S. LaSalle St.

Chicago IL 60603

(Fax)

Key Skills

Business,Criminal Justice,Security Management,Compliance,Clearance,General Managements,Security Requirements,Security Systems,General studies,Access Control,Security Procedures,Information Security,Risk Assessments,Security Issues,Physical Security

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 82000 - 107550