Cybersecurity Incident Response Attorney - Remote

BCG Attorney Search; Menlo Park (CA); Remote; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits (medical

Dental

Vision

Mental well-being programs

Child, family, elder, and pet care

Disability and parental leave

HSA/FSAs

401K program

Flexible Time Off and holidays

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Cybersecurity Project Attorney with 1–3 years of experience to join in Menlo Park, CA or remotely within the US. You will support a dynamic Cybersecurity & Incident Response practice and develop expertise in incident response and related legal areas.

The role emphasizes coordinating incident responses, analyzing breach notification laws, and advising on security aspects of corporate transactions, with opportunities to lead investigations and integrate AI into

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited institution with US bar admission.
• 1–3 years 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 processes.
• 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 time pressure.
• Willingness to travel as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate responses to security incidents across 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.
• Develop client-facing solutions and share regulatory insights.

Skills

Incident response coordination

Legal analysis

Forensic investigations

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Technology integration

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Job description

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Cybersecurity Project Attorney with 1–3 years of experience to join in Menlo Park, CA or remotely within the US. You will support a dynamic Cybersecurity & Incident Response practice and develop expertise in incident response and related legal areas.

The role emphasizes coordinating incident responses, analyzing breach notification laws, and advising on security aspects of corporate transactions, with opportunities to lead investigations and integrate AI into