Wilson Elser
Cyber Incident Response Associate Attorney
Wilson Elser, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
Overview
Wilson Elser
is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus. Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value 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 be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our
Cyber Incident Response Associate Attorney
position. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement. Key Responsibilities
Incident response for cybersecurity and data privacy incidents Analysis of state, federal, and international privacy laws Drafting legal notices of a data breach to individuals and regulators Responding to regulatory investigations arising out of a data breach Defending privacy lawsuits Drafting privacy and security policies and procedures pursuant to HIPAA, GLBA, CCPA, and other statutes Triaging data breaches/incident response Advising clients on handling cybersecurity incidents from start to finish Advising clients on legal notification obligations under state and federal laws Drafting breach notification letters to individuals and state/federal regulators Drafting crisis communications for clients Responding to inquiries and investigations by state/federal regulators Interfacing with clients Drafting reports to insurance carriers and clients Qualifications
JD from an accredited Law School Must be admitted to the Bar in good standing 2+ years legal experience 2+ years of experience in data privacy and security, with focus on data breach and incident response Strong knowledge of data breach and privacy laws (HIPAA, GLBA, FERPA, CCPA, GDPR, etc.) IT or technical background a plus Some litigation experience is a plus Excellent research, writing, and communication skills (Lexis and Westlaw) Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Team player Why Should You Apply?
Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits Policy and Compliance
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. For collaboration inquiries, or to establish an agreement, please contact talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com. Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and competence, without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Wilson Elser endeavours to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to all users. You may review our Accessibility Policy here. California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here. Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Legal Industries: Law Practice Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Wilson Elser by 2x.
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Wilson Elser
is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus. Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value 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 be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our
Cyber Incident Response Associate Attorney
position. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement. Key Responsibilities
Incident response for cybersecurity and data privacy incidents Analysis of state, federal, and international privacy laws Drafting legal notices of a data breach to individuals and regulators Responding to regulatory investigations arising out of a data breach Defending privacy lawsuits Drafting privacy and security policies and procedures pursuant to HIPAA, GLBA, CCPA, and other statutes Triaging data breaches/incident response Advising clients on handling cybersecurity incidents from start to finish Advising clients on legal notification obligations under state and federal laws Drafting breach notification letters to individuals and state/federal regulators Drafting crisis communications for clients Responding to inquiries and investigations by state/federal regulators Interfacing with clients Drafting reports to insurance carriers and clients Qualifications
JD from an accredited Law School Must be admitted to the Bar in good standing 2+ years legal experience 2+ years of experience in data privacy and security, with focus on data breach and incident response Strong knowledge of data breach and privacy laws (HIPAA, GLBA, FERPA, CCPA, GDPR, etc.) IT or technical background a plus Some litigation experience is a plus Excellent research, writing, and communication skills (Lexis and Westlaw) Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Team player Why Should You Apply?
Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits Policy and Compliance
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. For collaboration inquiries, or to establish an agreement, please contact talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com. Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and competence, without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Wilson Elser endeavours to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to all users. You may review our Accessibility Policy here. California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here. Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Legal Industries: Law Practice Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Wilson Elser by 2x.
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