Senior Cybersecurity & Privacy Attorney (5+ Years)

Permanent Placements LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Vor Ort; USD 210.000 - 300.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Leading international law firm in Washington, DC seeks a Senior Cybersecurity & Privacy Associate with 5+ years of experience to join its Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Incident Response practice.

You will advise clients on cybersecurity incidents, data breaches, privacy compliance, and regulatory investigations, working in a fast-paced, client-facing environment and collaborating with senior colleagues across industries.

Qualifikationen

• Requires deep knowledge of cybersecurity law and privacy frameworks.
• Experience guiding clients through breach responses and investigations.
• Strong academic credentials with excellent written and verbal skills.

Aufgaben

• Advise clients on sophisticated cybersecurity incidents and data breaches.
• Counsel on privacy compliance and regulatory investigations.
• Navigate cyber crisis management in fast-paced client-facing settings.
• Collaborate with partners across industries on complex matters.

Kenntnisse

Cybersecurity law

Data privacy

Incident response

Breach investigations

Regulatory enforcement

Legal writing

Client advisory

Interpersonal skills

Information security background

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission

Jobbeschreibung

Our client is a leading international law firm with a strong reputation for handling complex litigation, corporate transactions, intellectual property, and tax matters. With offices across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, the firm serves a diverse client base that includes major financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and public policy entities. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional development, the firm fosters an environment where attorneys are empowered to deliver sophisticated legal solutions while building long-term client relationships. Their emphasis on innovation, mentorship, and inclusivity makes them a compelling destination for legal professionals seeking both challenge and growth.

Position Description:

Our client, a leading Am Law firm, is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity & Privacy Associate with 5+ years of experience to join its highly regarded Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Incident Response practice in Washington, DC. Attorneys with more extensive experience and strong credentials will also be considered.

This role offers the opportunity to advise clients on sophisticated matters involving cybersecurity incidents, data breaches, privacy compliance, cyber crisis management, and regulatory investigations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience navigating complex cybersecurity and privacy issues in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.

Key Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity law, data privacy, incident response, breach investigations, or related practice areas
• Experience advising clients on data breach response, cybersecurity incidents, and privacy-related matters
• Familiarity with privacy regulations, cybersecurity frameworks, and regulatory enforcement issues
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage sensitive, high-stakes matters and serve as a trusted advisor to clients
• Information security background or technical experience preferred

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a nationally recognized privacy and cybersecurity practice
• Handle complex and high-profile cyber incident response and data breach matters
• Advise clients on evolving data privacy, cybersecurity compliance, and regulatory risk management issues
• Work closely with sophisticated clients across a broad range of industries
• Develop leadership experience within a growing and strategically important practice area