Cybersecurity Project Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Cybersecurity Project Attorney with 1-3 years of experience to join their team in Wheeling, WV, with consideration for remote work across the US. This role involves supporting a dynamic Cybersecurity & Incident Response practice, offering the chance to develop expertise in a rapidly evolving legal area.

Duties

• Coordinate responses to security incidents with legal, technical, and business stakeholders.
• Analyze breach notification laws and advise on obligations and timelines.
• Advise on security aspects of corporate transactions.
• Direct forensic investigations and liaise with vendors.
• Manage regulatory reporting obligations and litigation holds.
• Draft and review incident-related communications.
• Conduct data impact assessments and support post-incident remediation.
• Develop and refine incident response workflows and procedures.
• Integrate technology, including AI, into legal practice.
• Educate legal professionals on incident response tools and resources.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited institution and admission to practice in a US jurisdiction.
• 1-3 years of experience in cybersecurity incident response or related fields.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to solve practical problems and manage multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with breach notification laws and incident response workflows.
• Interest in legal technology and AI applications.
• Excellent analytical and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate under pressure.
• Willingness to travel as necessary.

Education

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in a US jurisdiction

Skills

• Incident response coordination
• Forensic investigation management
• Regulatory analysis
• Client communication
• Project management
• Legal technology integration

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Mental well-being programs
• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits
• Short- and long-term disability benefits
• Parental leave benefits
• Health savings account contributions
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401K program
• Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays

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