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Wilson Elser

Senior Cyber Incident Response Attorney

Wilson Elser

. Handle sophisticated cybersecurity-related matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $155,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in cybersecurity law, particularly in data breach and incident response, while effectively managing client interactions and overseeing junior team members. Proficient in drafting legal documents and advising on compliance with privacy laws such as HIPAA, GLBA, and CCPA.

Highest-signal resume keywords
JD From An Accredited Law School8+ Years Legal Experience5+ Years Data Privacy And Security ExperienceStrong Knowledge Of Data Breach And Privacy LawsExperience With Lexis And Westlaw

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Hard Skills
Data Breach Incident ResponseDrafting Legal NoticesRegulatory InvestigationsPrivacy And Security PoliciesForensic InvestigationsCrisis CommunicationsLegal Budget PreparationLitigation ExperienceData Privacy ComplianceClient Advisory
Soft Skills
Excellent Research SkillsStrong Writing SkillsEffective Communication SkillsTeam PlayerAbility To Work In A Fast-Paced Environment
Tools & Technologies
LexisWestlawE-Discovery ToolsData Mining Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
Admitted To Bar In Good Standing
Industry Keywords
Cybersecurity LawData PrivacyHIPAAGLBAFERPACCPAGDPRBreach NotificationIncident ResponseRegulatory Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Handle sophisticated cybersecurity-related matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners
  • Lead incident response for cybersecurity and data privacy incidents
  • Respond to clients and carriers and oversee breach response work by Associates
  • Interact with senior management and technical personnel at client companies
  • Analyze state, federal, and international privacy laws
  • Draft data-breach legal notices to individuals and regulators
  • Respond to regulatory investigations arising from data breaches
  • Defend privacy lawsuits
  • Draft privacy and security policies and procedures under HIPAA, GLBA, CCPA, and other statutes
  • Triage data breaches and incident response
  • Advise clients on cybersecurity incidents from start to finish
  • Oversee forensic investigations
  • Oversee third-party vendors for e-Discovery, data mining, and notice projects
  • Advise clients on legal notification obligations
  • Draft breach notification letters and crisis communications
  • Interface with clients
  • Draft reports to insurance carriers and clients
  • Prepare legal budgets
  • Supervise junior team members

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • JD from an accredited Law School is required
  • Must be admitted to Bar in good standing
  • 8+ years legal experience
  • 5+ 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, including HIPAA, GLBA, FERPA, CCPA, and GDPR
  • IT or technical background a plus
  • Some litigation experience is a plus
  • Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
  • Experience with Lexis and Westlaw
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Team player
  • Work authorization verified through the federal E-Verify program

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive salary
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • 401(k) match
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Generous PTO
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangement
  • Professional development and mentorship
  • Long-term growth opportunities
  • Corporate discount programs
  • Employee benefits