Associate - Digital Risk Advisory and Cybersecurity

About the role

BakerHostetler is seeking an associate with 3–6 years of experience to join its premier, globally recognized Digital Assets and Data Management ("DADM") Group. The successful candidate will advise national and multinational clients on:

• cybersecurity incidents and post-incident regulatory investigations;
• advisory work (incident response tabletops, cybersecurity program building, risk assessments, etc.).

Responsibilities

Guiding clients through the response to a cybersecurity incident and subsequent developments (regulatory inquiries and litigation).

Advising clients on privacy, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and risk management issues.

Familiarity with state, national, and international privacy and cybersecurity laws (e.g., state breach notice laws, CCPA, GDPR, GLBA) is a plus.

Requirements

A strong academic record and a J.D. from an accredited law school.

Am Law 100 experience preferred.

Candidates with three or more years of commercial litigation experience and a demonstrated interest in cybersecurity will also be considered.

Admission, or eligibility for admission through waiver, in the state where the candidate will reside and practice.

Qualifications

Strong knowledge of data privacy and security laws, regulations, and industry-standard security frameworks.

Exceptional project management skills and the ability to manage complex, fast-moving matters while balancing competing priorities.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to translate technical concepts and forensic findings into practical business advice for non-technical stakeholders.

A strong interest in technology, cybersecurity, and forensic investigations, with the ability to work effectively with technical professionals, business teams, and outside vendors.

Professionalism, resilience, and interpersonal skills that support success in a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-facing practice that regularly involves urgent and time-sensitive matters.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Group health, dental and vision insurance.

Paid holidays (10 days), paid time off, 401(k) plan, parental leave (10 weeks, not including disability, where applicable), family care program, wellness program, life and accident insurance, and short and long-term disability.

For Denver, the expected annual salary range for this position is $220,000 - $250,000.

For Chicago, Los Angeles, Orange County, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington, D.C., the expected annual salary range for this position is $245,000 - $345,000.