Jacob Kennedy
About Jacob Kennedy
Jacob Kennedy serves as Senior Associate Counsel at Alegeus, where he focuses on data privacy and cybersecurity compliance. He has a background in law and economics, with experience in the United States Marine Corps and various legal roles.
Work at Alegeus
Jacob Kennedy currently serves as Senior Associate Counsel at Alegeus, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he responds to inadvertent data disclosures and collaborates with the Information Security team on cybersecurity matters. He also audits internal systems and controls to ensure compliance with data privacy regulations. Prior to his current title, he worked as Associate Counsel at Alegeus from 2019 to 2022, where he contributed to various legal and compliance initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Jacob Kennedy has a diverse educational background. He studied at Boston College Law School, where he earned a Doctor of Law (J.D.) with a focus on Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law from 2015 to 2018. He also attended Boston College - Woods College of Advancing Studies, achieving a degree in Cybersecurity and Privacy from 2018 to 2020. Earlier, he studied Economics at the College of Charleston from 2013 to 2015. His education equips him with expertise in legal compliance, cybersecurity, and data privacy.
Background
Before his legal career, Jacob Kennedy served as a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps from 2009 to 2012 in Jacksonville, North Carolina. This experience provided him with leadership skills and a strong sense of discipline. Following his military service, he transitioned into the legal field, gaining practical experience through internships and clerkships, including roles at CULIK LAW PC and National Grid.
Achievements
Jacob Kennedy has implemented and maintained a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solution to enhance departmental efficiency. He also plays a key role as Privacy Officer, where he monitors changes in data privacy laws and regulations. Additionally, he trains the sales team and other non-lawyer stakeholders on the effective use of CRM solutions, contributing to the overall operational effectiveness of his department.