Cybersecurity Project Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Mental well-being programs

Family, elder, and pet care benefits

Disability & leave

401K

Flexible Time Off

Paid holidays

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Cybersecurity Project Attorney in Chicago, IL or remotely within the US. You will join a dynamic Cybersecurity & Incident Response practice and work on high-profile matters while developing expertise in incident response.

The role requires a JD and 1–3 years in cybersecurity incident response, with strong communication skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure. Travel as needed is expected.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in a US jurisdiction.
• 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.

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.
• Educate legal professionals on incident response tools and resources.

Skills

Incident response coordination

Legal analysis

Forensic investigations

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Communication

Technology integration

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Cybersecurity Project Attorney with 1-3 years of experience to join their team in Chicago, IL, or remotely within the US. This role involves supporting a dynamic Cybersecurity & Incident Response practice, offering opportunities to work on high-profile matters and develop expertise in incident response.

Duties

• 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.
• 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 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 pressure.
• Willingness to travel as necessary.

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Certifications

Admission to practice law in a US jurisdiction

Skills

• Incident response coordination
• Legal analysis and advisory
• Forensic investigation management
• Regulatory compliance
• Project management
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• 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 and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program.
• Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.