Senior Cyber Incident Response Attorney

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Job Overview

A prestigious law firm is seeking a Senior Cyber Incident Response Attorney to join its cybersecurity and data privacy team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead significant breach response and cybersecurity litigation matters. Ideal for an experienced attorney ready to take on leadership responsibilities in a fully remote position.

Location

• New York, New York 

Duties

• Manage incident response for cybersecurity and data privacy incidents

• Serve as lead counsel in interactions with clients, insurance carriers, and breach response teams

• Oversee Associates handling breach response tasks

• Advise senior management and technical teams at client organizations

• Analyze and interpret state, federal, and international privacy laws

• Draft legal notices for data breaches to individuals and regulators

• Respond to regulatory investigations resulting from cybersecurity breaches

• Defend privacy lawsuits

• Draft privacy and security policies and compliance procedures for HIPAA, GLBA, CCPA, and other statutes

• Manage forensic investigations and third-party vendors for e-Discovery and data mining

• Provide strategic counsel on notification obligations under applicable laws

• Draft breach notification letters and crisis communication materials

• Interface directly with regulators and insurance carriers

• Prepare legal budgets and detailed client reports

• Supervise and mentor junior team members

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in data privacy, cybersecurity, or breach incident response

• Strong understanding of data breach and privacy regulations (HIPAA, GLBA, FERPA, CCPA, GDPR)

• Ability to manage multiple breach matters and coordinate vendors effectively

• Strong leadership and client management skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to the Bar in good standing (in any U.S. jurisdiction)

Skills

• Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills (Lexis and Westlaw proficiency)

• IT or technical background preferred but not required

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Crisis communication drafting and strategic advisory skills

• Litigation experience is a plus

Benefits

• Remote and hybrid work arrangements available

• Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with firm matching

• Generous paid time off (PTO) policy

• Career development and advancement opportunities

• Access to corporate discount plans and additional employee perks

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306