Cybersecurity & Privacy Analyst

The Cybersecurity & Privacy Analyst supports attorneys in the firm’s cybersecurity, data privacy, and incident response practice. This role performs a combination of billable client-facing support work and internal administrative functions, assisting with data breach investigations, regulatory compliance matters, and cybersecurity-related litigation and advisory engagements. The position is designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of legal teams by providing research, analysis, and project coordination support. 

Key Responsibilities

Billable / Client-Facing Support:

• Conduct legal, regulatory, and industry research on cybersecurity, data privacy, and incident response issues (e.g., state breach notification laws, HIPAA, GDPR, and emerging cybersecurity regulations)

• Support data breach and incident response matters by:

• Tracking key facts, timelines, and response obligations

• Coordinating with forensic investigators, vendors, and client stakeholders

• Assisting in the preparation of incident reports and regulatory notifications

• Assist with document review, organization, and production in cybersecurity-related litigation and investigations

• Support diligence and risk assessments in transactions involving cybersecurity and data privacy issues

Non-Billable / Internal Support:

• Maintain internal templates, trackers, and knowledge management resources for the cybersecurity practice

• Monitor and summarize developments in cybersecurity law, enforcement actions, and industry trends

• Assist with drafting client alerts, blog posts, and marketing materials

• Support practice group operations, including matter management and workflow coordination

• Help develop internal playbooks for incident response and regulatory compliance 

 Qualifications & Key Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree required; preferred fields include cybersecurity, information systems, library sciences, political science, or a related discipline

• Ability to understand and translate technical concepts into clear, concise summaries

• Strong research, writing, and organizational skills

• Must have a strong attention to detail skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work effectively with attorneys, clients, and technical experts

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable

• Must be an AI power user and regularly, strategically, and effectively use these tools to improve work product

This is an entry-level position, and the position requires on-site work in the Nashville office.