Washington, DC | Hybrid

Cybersecurity & Privacy Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $310,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking a Cybersecurity & Privacy Associate Attorney to join its Washington, DC office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising clients on sophisticated cybersecurity incidents, data breach response, privacy compliance, and crisis management matters.

Ideal Background

• 2–3 years of cybersecurity, privacy, data protection, or incident response experience gained at a sophisticated law firm, government agency, or in-house legal department

• Experience advising clients regarding cybersecurity incidents, data breaches, ransomware events, and privacy-related matters

• Experience supporting breach investigations, incident response, forensic investigations, regulatory notifications, and crisis management

• Experience counseling clients regarding U.S. privacy laws, cybersecurity regulations, data governance, and information security compliance

• Experience assisting with government investigations, regulatory inquiries, enforcement actions, or privacy-related litigation is a plus

• Technical or information security background is preferred but not required

• Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, project management, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated matters while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• DC bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Premier global Cybersecurity & Privacy practice

✅ Sophisticated incident response, breach investigations, and privacy counseling

✅ Significant client interaction and early responsibility

✅ Opportunity to advise leading companies through high-profile cybersecurity and data privacy matters

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174