Cyber Incident Response Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser (Attorney Careers); Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Wilson Elser is seeking a cybersecurity and data privacy attorney with 3+ years of experience to handle incident response, regulatory notifications, and related litigation support. The role emphasizes drafting breach notices, advising clients on state, federal, and international privacy laws, and coordinating with forensics and vendors.

The firm offers a collaborative, cross-office environment with hybrid flexibility and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to Bar in good standing.
• 3+ years legal experience with data privacy and security.
• Strong writing, research, and communication skills (Lexis/Westlaw).

Responsibilities

• Incident response for cybersecurity and data privacy incidents.
• Analysis of state, federal, and international data breach and privacy laws.
• Drafting legal notices of a data breach to individuals and regulators.
• Responding to regulatory investigations arising from a data breach.
• Oversight of forensics investigations and third party vendors.
• Advising clients on legal notification obligations under State/Federal laws.
• Drafting breach notification letters and crisis communications.

Skills

Data privacy

Incident response

Legal research

Drafting notices

Regulatory liaison

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission in good standing

Tools

Lexis

Westlaw

Job description

At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #30 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.

Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where attorneys are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.

The Position

Key Responsibilities:

• Incident response for cybersecurity and data privacy incidents
• Analysis of state, federal, and international data breach and privacy laws
• Drafting legal notices of a data breach to individuals and regulators
• Responding to regulatory investigations arising out of a data breach
• Oversight of forensics investigations
• Oversight of third party vendors for e-Discovery, data mining, and notice projects
• Advising clients on legal notification obligations under State/Federal laws
• Drafting breach notification letters to individuals and State/Federal Regulators
• Drafting Crisis Communications for clients
• Responding to inquiries and investigations by State/Federal Regulators
• Interfacing with clients, including senior management and IT staff
• Drafting reports to insurance carriers and clients
• Preparing legal budgets

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited Law School
• Must be admitted to Bar in good standing
• 3+ years legal experience
• 3+ years of experience in data privacy and security, with particular focus on data breach and incident response
• Strong knowledge of data breach and privacy laws (State Laws, HIPAA, GLBA, FERPA, CCPA, GDPR, etc.)
• IT or technical background a plus
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills (Lexis and Westlaw)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Team player

Why Join Wilson Elser?

• Meaningful Work: Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive team environment that values mentorship and professional development
• Advancement: Gain opportunities for long-term growth within a nationally recognized firm
• Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work-life balance
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits

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