Incident Response - Senior Attorney

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Incident Response Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in incident response, cybersecurity, and data privacy law. This individual will play a crucial role in advising the company on legal matters related to data breaches, security incidents, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal guidance and support during cybersecurity incidents and data breaches.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including IT, security, and compliance teams, to develop incident response plans and protocols.
• Conduct internal investigations to assess the scope and impact of security incidents.
• Interface with external legal counsel, regulatory agencies, and law enforcement as necessary.
• Stay abreast of relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices related to incident response, cybersecurity, and data privacy.
• Assist with drafting and negotiating contracts, policies, and procedures related to cybersecurity and data protection.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in [insert jurisdiction].
• Minimum of [insert number] years of experience practicing law, with a focus on incident response, cybersecurity, or data privacy.
• Strong understanding of relevant laws and regulations, including GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and other data protection laws.
• Experience advising clients or internal stakeholders on legal issues related to cybersecurity incidents and data breaches.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) or other relevant certifications.
• Prior experience working in-house at a technology company or cybersecurity firm.