Cyber Incident Response Associate Attorney

At Wilson Elser , we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. Located in Washington, D.C., the optional hybrid work arrangement is available. The Position Mandated responsibilities for cybersecurity, data breach, and privacy matters. 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 from 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 Qualifications JD from an accredited law school Admitted to the bar in good standing 3 years of legal experience 3 years of experience in data privacy and security, with a 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 Salary and Benefits Salary range: $160,000 – $190,000 USD Full‑time; benefits include 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance Discretionary bonuses possible Why Join Wilson Elser? Meaningful work : Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners Collaborative culture : Work in a supportive team environment that values mentorship and professional development Advancement : Gain opportunities for long‑term growth within a nationally recognized firm Hybrid flexibility : Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work‑life balance Comprehensive benefits : Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage Additional perks : Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits Equal Opportunity Employer Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicant’s race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wilson Elser - Attorneys