Digital Risk Advisory & Cybersecurity Associate Attorney
$220k - $250kDirect Counsel
Job Description
Job Description
Direct Counsel is seeking a Digital Risk Advisory & Cybersecurity Associate with 3–6 years of experience to join a nationally recognized privacy and cybersecurity practice. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney interested in advising sophisticated national and multinational clients on cybersecurity incidents, data privacy, regulatory compliance, and digital risk management.
The ideal candidate will have experience guiding clients through cybersecurity incidents, regulatory investigations, and privacy compliance matters, while working alongside industry-leading practitioners on some of the most complex and high-profile cybersecurity matters in the country.
Locations- Atlanta, GA
- Chicago, IL
- Cincinnati, OH
- Columbus, OH
- Dallas, TX
- Denver, CO
- Houston, TX
- Los Angeles, CA
- Orange County, CA
- Philadelphia, PA
- San Francisco, CA
- Seattle, WA
- Washington, DC
- Advise clients through all phases of cybersecurity incidents, including incident response and post-incident regulatory investigations.
- Counsel clients on privacy, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk management matters.
- Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and assist clients in strengthening cybersecurity programs.
- Develop and facilitate incident response tabletop exercises and preparedness planning.
- Advise clients on state, federal, and international privacy and cybersecurity laws.
- Work closely with forensic investigators, technical consultants, and business stakeholders during cybersecurity investigations.
- Translate technical findings into practical legal and business guidance for clients.
- Support clients responding to government inquiries, regulatory investigations, and related litigation arising from cybersecurity events.
- J.D. from an accredited law school with a strong academic record.
- Active bar admission (or eligibility for admission by waiver) in the jurisdiction where the attorney will practice.
- 3–6 years of experience in cybersecurity, privacy, regulatory compliance, commercial litigation, or related practice areas.
- Experience managing cybersecurity incidents and regulatory response matters.
- Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
- Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple fast-paced matters simultaneously.
- Experience advising clients on:
- Cybersecurity compliance
- Privacy law
- Regulatory investigations
- Risk management
- Familiarity with privacy and cybersecurity laws such as:
- CCPA
- GDPR
- GLBA
- State data breach notification laws
- Prior experience at an Am Law 100 firm.
- Attorneys with commercial litigation experience and a demonstrated interest in cybersecurity are encouraged to apply.
- Strong interest in emerging technology, digital risk, and forensic investigations.
- Denver: $220,000–$250,000
- Chicago, Los Angeles, Orange County, San Francisco, Seattle & Washington, DC: $245,000–$345,000
- Competitive compensation in other markets based on experience and location.
- Performance- and hours-based bonus opportunities.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
- Parental leave and family care benefits.
- Wellness program, life insurance, and disability coverage.
- Ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities.
This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the nation's premier privacy and cybersecurity practices, advising leading organizations on cutting-edge cybersecurity incidents, digital risk, and regulatory compliance matters. Attorneys receive significant client exposure, meaningful responsibility, direct mentorship from nationally recognized practitioners, and the opportunity to build a sophisticated practice at the intersection of technology, privacy, cybersecurity, and the law.
Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier legal employers and fostering inclusive hiring practices.
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