Senior Cyber Incident Response Attorney

Wilson Elser

. Handle incident response for cybersecurity and data privacy incidents .

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 data privacy and cybersecurity incident response, including drafting legal documents and advising clients on compliance with privacy laws such as HIPAA, GLBA, and CCPA. Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex legal matters in a fast-paced environment.

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Data Privacy Law ExpertiseIncident Response ManagementLegal Document DraftingRegulatory Compliance AdvisoryTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Data Breach ResponsePrivacy Law AnalysisCrisis Communication DraftingForensic Investigation OversightLegal ResearchPolicy DraftingRegulatory Investigation ResponseData Mining OversightE-Discovery ManagementLegal Budget Preparation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeam PlayerStrong Writing SkillsAbility to Work in Fast-Paced Environment

Tools & Technologies

LexisWestlaw

Certifications & Qualifications

JD from Accredited Law SchoolBar Admission in Good Standing

Industry Keywords

HIPAAGLBAFERPACCPAGDPRData PrivacyCybersecurityIncident ResponseRegulatory ComplianceBreach Notification

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle incident response for cybersecurity and data privacy incidents
Lead responses to clients and carriers and oversee breach response work by Associates
Interact with senior-level management and technical personnel at client companies
Analyze state, federal, and international privacy laws
Draft data breach notices to individuals and regulators
Respond to regulatory investigations arising out of data breaches
Defend privacy lawsuits
Draft privacy and security policies and procedures pursuant to 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 under state and federal laws
Draft crisis communications, reports, and breach notification letters
Interface with 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 (HIPAA, GLBA, FERPA, CCPA, GDPR, etc.)
Excellent research, writing, and communication skills (Lexis and Westlaw)
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Team player

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary bonuses
401(k) retirement savings plan
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Generous PTO
401(k) match
Flexible hybrid work arrangement
Professional development and mentorship
Corporate discount programs
Employee benefits