Cybersecurity Project Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Disability leave

401K

PTO

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Cybersecurity Project Attorney to join our team in Sacramento, CA, or remotely within the US. The role supports a dynamic Cybersecurity & Incident Response practice and offers opportunities to work on high-profile matters, developing expertise in a rapidly evolving field.

Candidates should have a JD and 1–3 years of incident response experience, with strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited institution.
• Admission to practice in a US jurisdiction.
• 1–3 years of cybersecurity incident response or related experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with breach notification laws and incident response processes.
• Interest in legal technology and AI applications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate responses to security incidents across 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.
• Improve client-facing solutions and knowledge libraries.

Skills

Clear communication

Problem solving

Legal tech familiarity

Analytical thinking

Project management

Independent & collaborative work

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Tools

AI applications

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Cybersecurity Project Attorney with 1-3 years of experience to join their team in Sacramento, CA, 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 this evolving field.

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.
• Improve client-facing solutions and knowledge libraries.

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.) from an accredited university or college.

Certifications

• Admission to practice in good standing in a US jurisdiction.

Skills

• Superior communication and presentation skills.
• Problem-solving and organizational abilities.
• Familiarity with legal technology and AI.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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.