Alex Wood
Supervisory Attorney-advisor, Privacy and Information Law @U.S. Department Of Homeland Security
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WORK HISTORY
Supervisory Attorney-advisor, Privacy and Information Law @U.S. Department Of Homeland Security
Washington, DC, US
Attorney, DHS Office of General Counsel, Legal Counsel Division, advising Headquarters Privacy Office and Chief Privacy Officer. Provides legal advice to the Privacy Office on privacy compliance issues, Congressional reports, computer matching agreements, international and intel information sharing agreements, privacy incidents, and novel DHS programs, including cyber security issues. Support Privacy Act and FOIA litigation for Headquarters.
EDUCATION
University of Oregon School of Law
Doctor of Law - JD
University of Oregon School of Law
JD, Law
Stanford University
MS, Earth Systems
Stanford University
BS, Earth Systems
ABOUT ALEX WOOD
As Supervisory Attorney-Advisor at the Department of Homeland Security, with over nine years of experience, the focus has been on delivering legal counsel to the Privacy Office, the DHS Chief Privacy Officer/Chief FOIA Officer. This role involves ensuring compliance with privacy regulations, managing privacy incidents, and advising on privacy aspects of cybersecurity programs, Congressional reporting, and information-sharing agreements. Expertise in the Privacy Act and FOIA litigation has supported the organization’s commitment to transparency and data protection. In addition, Alex manages over 120 FOIA litigation cases serving as agency counsel, advising the Department in reviewing records, drafting court reports, filing briefs, and negotiating attorney fees.Alex has advised the Headquarter’s Privacy Office to help address complex privacy challenges, creating innovative compliance frameworks, and finalizing key agreements that align with evolving legal standards. A strong ethical foundation and a collaborative approach enable the organization to navigate risks effectively while upholding privacy rights.
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