Senior Cyber Incident Response Attorney

At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #30 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where attorneys are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally.Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Senior Cyber Incident Response Attorney position. While the position is based in our New Orleans office, we welcome applicants from across the United States and are open to hires reporting to other regional offices if located elsewhere.This is a fully remote position.The PositionThis is a excellent opportunity for cybersecurity attorneys who are eager to advance their careers and take on significant, substantive responsibilities in defending complex cybersecurity-related cases.Key Responsibilities:Incident response for cybersecurity and data privacy incidentsTaking lead responsibility in responding to clients and carriers, and overseeing breach response work by AssociatesInteraction with senior level management and technical personnel at client companiesAnalysis of state, federal, and international privacy lawsDrafting legal notices of a data breach to individuals and regulatorsResponding to regulatory investigations arising out of a data breachDefending privacy lawsuitsDrafting privacy and security policies and procedures pursuant to HIPAA, GLBA, CCPA, and other statutesTriaging data breaches/incident responseAdvising clients on handling cybersecurity incident from start to finishOversight of forensics investigationsOversight of third party vendors for e-Discovery, data mining, and notice projectsAdvising clients on legal notification obligations under State/Federal lawsDrafting breach notification letters to individuals and State/Federal RegulatorsDrafting Crisis Communications for clientsResponding to inquiries and investigations by State/Federal RegulatorsInterfacing with clientsDrafting reports to insurance carriers and clientsPreparing legal budgetsSupervising junior team membersQualificationsJD from an accredited Law School is requiredMust be admitted to Bar in good standing8+ years legal experience5+ years of experience in data privacy and security, with particular focus on data breach and incident responseStrong knowledge of data breach and privacy laws (HIPAA, GLBA, FERPA, CCPA, GDPR, etc.)IT or technical background a plusSome litigation experience is a plusExcellent research, writing, and communication skills (Lexis and Westlaw)Ability to work in a fast-paced environmentTeam playerWilson Elser offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to support our attorneys both professionally and personally.A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. Salary Range:$155,000—$200,000 USDWhy Join Wilson Elser?Meaningful Work: Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partnersCollaborative Culture: Work in a supportive team environment that values mentorship and professional development Advancement: Gain opportunities for long-term growth within a nationally recognized firmHybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work-life balanceComprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverageAdditional Perks: Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefitsWilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. 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