Cybersecurity Project Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Mental well-being programs

Family, elder, and pet care benefits

Disability & parental leave

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Cybersecurity Project Attorney in Los Angeles, CA, with remote opportunities across the United States. This role focuses on coordinating incident response efforts, advising on breach laws, and supporting transactional security matters.

Ideal candidates have a JD and 1–3 years in cybersecurity incident response, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.

Qualifications

• JD required with admission to 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Incident response coordination

Legal analysis

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Communication skills

Data breach/forensics

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 Los Angeles, CA, with consideration for remote locations across the US. This role involves supporting a dynamic Cybersecurity & Incident Response practice, offering the opportunity to develop expertise in a fast-paced legal environment.

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, 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

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.