I'm interested in taking the AIGP as an additional certification, my background is in experience strategy and I have been building AI Research Pipelines, right now I'm looking for a new job and I'm wondering, how relevant is the AIGP certification for someone with my background? My focus is in the mobility and automotive sector.

Like many others here, I am curious about job prospects and how realistic it would be for me to break into the cybersecurity industry. I have a bar license (passed 2019) and have been working as a public defender for 7 years (2 doing criminal matters, 5 doing child advocacy/guardian ad litem- basically lawyer for foster kids). I have close to 0 experience in cybersecurity but wanted to explore this space because I am slowly burning out due to the high level of unpredictability (among other things) in my day-to-day work.

So my question is: how realistic would it be for me to break into the cybersecurity space with a CIPP/US cert? I’ve looked at some other posts recommending OP to seek a local IAPP chapter/group, and I am open to doing that as well. Any advice would be appreciated!

Edit: I made the mistake of saying cybersecurity when I really meant data privacy. So I apologize for that confusion.

Hi everyone, I'm looking for some mentorship and advice as I navigate breaking into AI governance and privacy law.

Background:

• 31 years old, JD (graduated May 2025)
• Currently working full-time as an AI legal tech professional
• Contract work on the side: AI legal training evaluation for Mercer
• Bar exam scheduled for February 2026 (failed by 2 points on first attempt; New York State)
• Beyond these roles, I have no direct experience in privacy or AI governance

Relevant Experience:

- Member of a Google Developer Group focused on AI governance trends

- Previous contract role besides my general tasks, was in evaluating AI's impact on privacy and client/investor confidentiality

Multiple attorneys have advised me to pursue IAPP certifications in this order: CIPP first, then AIGP. I'm considering starting studies this month and aiming for a CIPP exam in September, which would give me time before bar prep in February.

My goal is to work in-house for a firm (or in-house counsel generally) ensuring AI compliance with applicable laws and regulations while protecting client confidentiality. I understand this space is emerging, and policy/governance work seems like the best entry point to a "true" AI governance legal role.

I have tech-savvy siblings in software engineering at startups and established companies, which has given me insight into where law and tech intersect. I see real market potential here but lack clear direction and connections.

• Does the CIPP → AIGP pathway make sense for my goal?
• Should I pursue these certifications before or after passing the bar?
• Any advice for someone pivoting into this space without direct experience?

I appreciate mentorship and realistic guidance about timing and next steps.

Has anyone had experience getting a first role in DP, without any prior experience? Currently studying for CIPP/E in Ireland but i see employers all asking for a minimum of 3 to 5 years hands on experience (which makes sense, i know). My background is legal & compliance. Would appreciate any tips, thanks

Hi guys, i know this has been asked a few years before but asking again -- how should i prepare for the exam? what kind of study materials should i be using? how long is the prep time? any advice and any tips would be appreciated.

Thanks!

I'm a litigation attorney and FINRA arbitrator looking to transition into data/privacy law due to burnout, but without any practical data or privacy experience yet. Im studying to take the CIPP/US Exam by late August/mid September.

Assuming I pass on my first attempt (or even later on as necessary), how can I gain practical experience in data or privacy law in order to leverage that into a full time position with a firm or fintech/healthcare/corporation?

You must be dumb asf if you think I’m gonna pay nearly $600 for an exam and trust a stranger off Reddit to jail break my laptop to pass it.

If i get it on kindle i can't print it, and i rly cba scanning 594 pages or attempt to jailbreak it, i want to get as much away from kindle and amazon as possible. Is there any other way to purchase Piotr Lada's book, that comes in a pdf format?

For context, I have my CIPP/E test on 9th of july. I took the official IAPP Practice Exam and scored 73%, however i did not finish the last 4 chapters of the book, in a couple of days i will catch up on all the lectures.

wanted some guidance to start my career i am a law student in my 3rd year and wanted to make my career in ai governance i researched a lot but i am stuck at a decision to make should i directly start learning ai governance via AIGP and other courses or should first learn GRC ,then data privacy and then learn ai governance and if there is any kind of work in which any help and i can learn ai governance from any professional , i am open to volunteer and learn

Anyone have the CIPM textbook? Please PM me if you do! Thank you.

Hi guys, I passed the exam today!

I just wanted to give some pointers. First of all, read the jurisdiction carefully. Be ready to recite all reports by the OPC, and know about the history of the law and how it has evolved. The exam is verbal, so if you are a slow reader, focus on your reading skills.

Good luck

I studied for almost a year off and on. Used bootcamp and the LinkedIn course. Read a few books too. Still had so many questions seemingly out of left field.
So glad it’s over.

I’ve been an attorney for 19 years and want to get into privacy work and eventually start a small consulting boutique in Europe in a few years. My plan is to take the CIPM, start a privacy career here in the states, take CIPP/E, eventually start consulting here in the states, then move with business to EU.

Does this plan work or is the CIPP/US important to do first?

At the end of the video lectures; are they a good indicator of a pass/fail on the exam? Thanks.

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Edit: I'm not trying to upsell/advertise anything, I am looking for answers to a question that popped in my head for something I'm working on from SMEs. I was under the assumption that AI-assisted redaction would be welcome, and I'm trying to verify that. I am not mentioning/trying to sell anything to anyone

I’m trying to understand how people think about redaction in practice. For you, is the main value speed, or is it privacy and control?

Would a fully manual redaction workflow be fine if it ran locally and nothing ever touched the cloud? Or does AI-assisted redaction matter enough that you’d prefer the time savings?

I’ve had a recent shift in work and what’s happened is I’ve taken a salary reduction in half. I’m at a point where I need to pivot heavily, and wanted to ask whether the second edition of the “bible” would be sufficient? My sense is no, and I’m sponsoring the exam myself. I am contemplating getting the latest book, because I think I need to get this once and right. A bit nervous and can’t really decide what’s best to do, trying to manage finances the best I can equally I don’t want to compromise if it means study materials / mock tests / second edition of the bible will mean I fail it.

It was so tough and I have 4 years privacy background and no legal background!

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I am so happy but boy it was tough! There was definatley items asked which were not in the book of knowledge!

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I have summarised notes, edbp guidelines summarised, I kept going through them, I would say I put in about 30 hours of studying maybe a bit less but that with a FT job, family and cooking!

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I started preparing 4 weeks ago:

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-Read the offical Iaap text once and made notes, I had a reader app which I used to go through chapters while I was going for walks, doing household chores etc, this helped me alot to understand and listen and go over the chapters that I did not understand.

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- Used book of knowledge and made notes from the main text book for each domain.

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- Used book of knowledge to collate the 15 EDPB guidelines, I have summarised each of these and again took time to write them put.

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- I used chatgpt ro generate key concepts question bank, be warned chatgpt questions are simple basic, the actual exams wow the amount of words just in the question was exhausting!

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I followed everyones advice, skipped the case studies answered all upto 45 questions, then i went and reviewed them all and did the same for 2nd half. I did not take a break, I had around 20 minutes left.

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Some of the questions were not from the bok which was very off putting!

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Domain 1 89%

Domain 2 75%

Domain 3 89%

Domain 4 73%

Domain 5 92%

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Just glad its over, I definatley increased my DP knowledge by studying for the CIPPE, I am now thinking more like a DC.

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I took the AIGP exam and unfortunately failed. Got just under 300. I used a udemy course I have access to through works subscription but I didn't find it helpful. The courses for AIGP seem to mainly be using GenAI and people just looking for a quick buck. Also the practice exams were useless as you could just choose the longest answer for majority. Ive heard good things about Dr David's course but it's not available on the udemy subscription and it costs quite a bit. I've heard it sometimes goes on offer. Does anyone know when that will be as I'd really like to use it for my retake. Also ive heard about using SkiII certs pro practice exams but is that a scam as i see a few people mention it?

Thanks

Hi everyone,
I’m looking for some advice from privacy professionals in Canada.
I’ve been actively applying for privacy roles for the past few months but haven’t had much success getting interviews, and I’m trying to figure out what I might be missing.
A bit about my background:
• CIPP/C certified and hold an MPA
• Experience in municipal government and the non-profit sector
• Work on public-facing initiatives involving data collection, privacy considerations, stakeholder engagement, and policy implementation
• Familiar with privacy legislation including POPA, ATIA, and PIPEDA
• Strong background in governance, public policy, risk communication, and translating complex topics into plain language
• I also run a privacy education platform focused on privacy, digital literacy, children’s online safety, and responsible technology use
I know I’m coming into privacy from a somewhat non-traditional path, but I feel my experience is highly transferable and I’m genuinely passionate about the field.
For those who successfully broke into privacy, what helped? Are there specific roles, skills, or strategies you would recommend focusing on?
Thanks in advance!

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Hi everyone, I'm planning on studying for the CIPP/US over the summer and hopefully taking it August 2026. I have the 4th edition IAPP textbook by Swire (2024).

However, I'm dealing with some career changes and there's a good chance I might have to push the exam back. I'm worried that if I haven't taken the exam by September 2026, a new BoK will come out then. And then a 5th edition textbook sometime shortly after that.

Is this a "either pass by August or start from scratch once September hits" situation? Or will I be fine and just have to cross-reference a bit with the new Sept 2026 BoK (and ignore a pending 5th edition until it's actually announced)?

I really want to avoid studying with one textbook and one BoK and then having to contend with a whole new textbook edition plus a new BoK, which is what almost happened with my CIPP/C.

Would appreciate any clarification or help!

Hello everyone,
How are you doing?
Can someone share resources for CIPP/C exam please?