Cybersecurity & Privacy Senior Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a Cybersecurity & Privacy Senior Associate Attorney to join a highly regarded Am Law 100 firm in Washington, D.C.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with 5 years of experience to join a nationally recognized Cybersecurity & Privacy practice within a premier Litigation & Trial group. The role offers significant responsibility advising clients through sophisticated cybersecurity incidents, data breach investigations, privacy matters, and complex crisis management situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and advise clients through cybersecurity incidents, data breach investigations, and incident response efforts.

• Counsel clients on privacy compliance, regulatory obligations, and emerging cybersecurity laws.

• Manage all phases of breach response, including forensic investigations, regulatory notifications, internal investigations, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Advise organizations on crisis management and legal issues arising from cyber incidents.

• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice areas to provide comprehensive legal and business solutions.

• Mentor junior attorneys and play a significant role in client relationship management and business development initiatives.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.

• Active Bar membership in good standing.

• 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, data privacy, breach response, incident investigations, crisis management, or related litigation.

• More experienced candidates with significant relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

• Background or experience in information security, computer science, or other technical disciplines is a plus.

• Exceptional analytical, drafting, client counseling, and communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage complex matters in a collaborative environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.

• Performance-based bonus opportunities.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Generous paid time off and firm holidays.

• Professional development, leadership opportunities, mentorship, and partnership-track career advancement.

Why Apply?

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized cybersecurity and privacy attorneys on some of the most sophisticated cyber incidents, data privacy matters, and crisis response engagements in the country. Senior associates receive substantial client responsibility, leadership opportunities, and exposure to cutting-edge legal issues while building a long-term career within one of the nation's premier cybersecurity and privacy practices.