Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays and time off

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an associate with 3–6 years of experience to join its Digital Risk Advisory and Cybersecurity Team in Chicago, IL. The successful candidate will advise clients on cybersecurity incidents, regulatory investigations, and provide advisory services such as incident response and risk assessments.

Responsibilities include guiding clients through incident responses and regulatory inquiries, advising on privacy, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance and risk management, and

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school is required.
• Admission to the state bar where the candidate will practice is required.

Responsibilities

• Guide clients through cybersecurity incident responses and subsequent regulatory inquiries.
• Advise on privacy, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and risk management issues.
• Engage in meaningful client interaction and assume substantial responsibility.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Data privacy

Project management

Written communication

Oral communication

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

A preeminent firm with excellent name recognition and clout, this firm has been involved in many high-stakes, high-profile suits over the last few decades. Defying easy categorizations, though, associates at this firm also praise its commitment to work-life balance and the respectful mentorship delivered from senior partners. Additionally, this firm makes a strong showing in the of-the-moment privacy and data security arena, making it an excellent destination for those interested in this in-demand field.

About the Role

A law firm seeks an associate with 3-6 years of experience to join its Digital Risk Advisory and Cybersecurity Team in Chicago, IL. The successful candidate will advise clients on cybersecurity incidents, regulatory investigations, and provide advisory services such as incident response and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Guide clients through cybersecurity incident responses and subsequent regulatory inquiries.
• Advise on privacy, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and risk management issues.
• Engage in meaningful client interaction and assume substantial responsibility.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar where the candidate will practice.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of data privacy and security laws.
• Exceptional project management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Interest in technology, cybersecurity, and forensic investigations.
• Professionalism and resilience in a team environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with cybersecurity incident response and regulatory developments.
• Familiarity with privacy and cybersecurity laws, such as CCPA and GDPR, is a plus.
• Am Law 100 experience preferred.
• Three or more years of commercial litigation experience with an interest in cybersecurity.
• Admission, or eligibility for admission, in the state of practice.

Pay range and compensation package

Group health, dental, and vision insurance. Paid holidays and time off. 401(k) plan and parental leave. Family care and wellness programs. Life and accident insurance, short and long-term disability.