Cybersecurity Project Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Cybersecurity Project Attorney with 1-3 years of experience to join their team in San Francisco, CA, with consideration for remote work within the US. This role involves supporting a dynamic Cybersecurity & Incident Response practice, offering the opportunity to develop expertise in incident response and work on high-profile matters.

• Coordinate responses to security incidents across legal, technical, and business stakeholders.
• Analyze breach notification laws and advise on obligations and timelines.
• Advise on security aspects of corporate transactions.
• Direct forensic investigations and liaise with vendors.
• Manage regulatory reporting obligations and litigation holds.
• Draft and review incident-related communications.
• Conduct data impact assessments and support post-incident remediation.
• Develop and refine incident response workflows and procedures.
• Support projects to integrate technology into legal practice.
• Educate legal professionals on incident response tools and resources.

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited institution.
• Admission to practice in good standing in a US jurisdiction.
• 1-3 years of experience in cybersecurity incident response or related fields.
• Experience with data breach response preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to solve practical problems and manage multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with breach notification laws and incident response workflows.
• Interest in legal technology and AI applications.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

• Admission to practice law in a US jurisdiction

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in project management.
• Ability to work under time-sensitive conditions.

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs.
• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program.
• Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.