Cyber Incident Response Associate Attorney
Wilson Elser · New York, NY · 1 wk ago
HybridLegal$160k–$190k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Incident response for cybersecurity and data privacy incidents
- Analysis of state, federal, and international data breach and privacy laws
- Drafting legal notices of a data breach to individuals and regulators
- Responding to regulatory investigations arising out of a data breach
- Oversight of forensics investigations
- Oversight of third party vendors for e-Discovery, data mining, and notice projects
- Advising clients on legal notification obligations under State/Federal laws
- Drafting breach notification letters to individuals and State/Federal Regulators
- Drafting Crisis Communications for clients
- Responding to inquiries and investigations by State/Federal Regulators
- Interfacing with clients, including senior management and IT staff
- Drafting reports to insurance carriers and clients
- Preparing legal budgets
- JD from an accredited Law School
- Must be admitted to Bar in good standing
- 3+ years legal experience
- 3+ years of experience in data privacy and security, with particular focus on data breach and incident response
- Strong knowledge of data breach and privacy laws (State Laws, HIPAA, GLBA, FERPA, CCPA, GDPR, etc.)
- IT or technical background a plus
- Excellent research, writing, and communication skills (Lexis and Westlaw)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Team player
Benefits
- Competitive salary range: $160,000 - $190,000 USD
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Meaningful work alongside experienced attorneys and partners
- Collaborative culture that values mentorship and professional development
- Opportunities for long-term growth within a nationally recognized firm
- Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits