Cybersecurity Project Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Irvine (CA); A distancia; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health benefits

Mental well-being programs

Disability insurance

Parental leave

HSA/FSA contributions

401K program

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Cybersecurity Project Attorney in Irvine, CA, or remote within the US. The role targets 1–3 years of cybersecurity incident response experience, with JD eligibility and a license to practice in the US.

You will coordinate incident responses, advise on breach laws and transactions, manage forensics, and supervise regulatory reporting. The position blends legal work with tech, including AI, and may require travel as needed.

Formación

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school.
• 1–3 years in cybersecurity incident response or related fields.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with breach notification laws and incident response processes.
• Interest in legal technology and AI applications.
• Willingness to travel as necessary.

Responsabilidades

• 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 into legal practice, including AI and automation.
• Educate legal professionals on incident response tools and resources.

Conocimientos

Incident response coordination

Legal analysis

Forensic investigation management

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Communication and interpersonal skills

Educación

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Descripción del empleo

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Cybersecurity Project Attorney with 1-3 years of experience to join their team in Irvine, CA, or remotely within the US. This role involves supporting a dynamic Cybersecurity & Incident Response practice, offering opportunities to develop expertise in incident response and related legal areas.

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 into legal practice, including AI and automation.
• 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 time-sensitive conditions.
• Willingness to travel as necessary.

Education

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Certifications

• Admission to practice in a US jurisdiction

Skills

• Incident response coordination
• Legal analysis and advisory
• Forensic investigation management
• Regulatory compliance
• Project management
• Communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs and family care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program and compensated time off through Flexible Time Off program.