Cyber and Data Privacy Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Annual performance-based raises

Mentorship and training

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Chicago, IL seeks a Cyber and Data Privacy Attorney to join its litigation-focused practice. The role supports nationwide breach response and works with global counterparts.

You will advise on incident response, draft reports, and participate in mediations and trials, collaborating across teams to manage regulatory data risk.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of federal litigation experience or 2–6 years in cyber incident response.
• Experience proposing litigation strategies and client communication.
• State admissions beyond the primary jurisdiction are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide litigation defense for cyber insurers and major corporates.
• Engage in crisis management and regulatory data risk issues.
• Advise clients on incident response and investigations.
• Draft reports, pleadings, and motions; participate in mediations and trials.

Skills

Analytical ability

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated Cyber and Data Privacy Attorney to join its dynamic practice in Chicago, IL. The team provides nationwide litigation defense and 24/7 breach response services, collaborating with global counterparts across 25 jurisdictions. Candidates must be admitted and in good standing in the state they wish to work.

Duties

• Provide litigation defense for cyber insurers and major corporates.
• Engage in crisis management and regulatory data risk issues.
• Advise clients on incident response and investigations.
• Draft reports, pleadings, and motions; participate in mediations and trials.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of federal litigation experience or 2-6 years in cyber incident response.
• Experience in proposing litigation strategies and client communication.
• Additional state admissions are a plus.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in the respective state.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance-based raises.
• Discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangements considered.
• Significant business development training and mentorship.