Senior Cyber Incident Response Attorney

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Job Overview

A well-established law firm is seeking a Senior Cyber Incident Response Attorney to join its national data privacy and cybersecurity practice. This fully remote role provides an exceptional opportunity for an experienced attorney to lead complex incident response matters, advise clients through data breaches, and help shape legal strategies related to data privacy laws. Ideal for candidates with significant experience in cybersecurity incident response, regulatory engagement, and client counseling.

Location

• New Orleans, Louisiana

Duties

• Lead incident response for cybersecurity and data privacy incidents

• Serve as primary contact for clients and carriers during breach events

• Oversee breach response tasks completed by associate attorneys

• Interface with senior management and technical teams at client organizations

• Analyze domestic and international privacy regulations (HIPAA, GLBA, GDPR, etc.)

• Draft and review legal notices of data breaches to individuals and regulators

• Respond to investigations initiated by state and federal regulators

• Defend clients in privacy-related litigation

• Draft internal privacy/security policies for clients

• Triage incidents and guide clients through each stage of breach response

• Oversee digital forensic investigations and collaborate with cybersecurity vendors

• Supervise third-party vendors for discovery and data processing tasks

• Draft regulatory notification letters and crisis communication statements

• Prepare case assessments and legal reports for clients and insurers

• Develop and manage legal budgets

• Mentor and supervise junior team members

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of legal experience

• At least 7 years of direct experience in data privacy and security law, including data breach response

• Substantial knowledge of federal, state, and international data protection laws

• Demonstrated experience leading incident response cases from start to finish

• Litigation experience preferred but not required

• Experience working with clients in high-pressure situations

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications

• Active bar membership in good standing (Louisiana or eligible for reciprocal admission)

Skills

• Deep familiarity with legal frameworks such as HIPAA, GLBA, FERPA, CCPA, GDPR

• Strong legal writing and research capabilities (LexisNexis, Westlaw)

• Technical aptitude or experience in IT, cybersecurity, or digital forensics (preferred)

• Excellent communication and client-facing skills

• Strong organizational and case management skills

• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments

• Collaborative team player with leadership potential

Benefits

• Discretionary performance bonuses

• Full-time, benefits-eligible position including:

  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

  • Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision

  • Life insurance and disability plans

  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

  • Continuing Legal Education (CLE) support

  • Remote and hybrid flexibility

  • Access to corporate discounts and wellness programs

  • Professional development opportunities

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306