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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cybersecurity & Incident Response Managing Associate - **Company:** Orrick Herrington & Suttcliffe - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $260,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security - **Published:** August 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18004786?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18004786%2FCybersecurity-Incident-Response-Managing-Associate-New-York-New-York ## About the Role * Three to five years of cybersecurity/privacy experience in a technology-focused practice, with a strong preference for direct incident response experience. * Strong academic credentials * Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills * Clear and effective communication abilities, both written and verbal * Sound judgment, attention to detail, and ability to work under time pressure, particularly during incident response matters * A team-first mindset and the ability to collaborate across disciplines * Membership in the State Bar of the office where you wish to be based (or ability to become admitted promptly)., At our core, we value collegiality among our lawyers and strive to make our practices both professionally and personally rewarding. We'll help you to connect with peers and mentors to ensure you are integrated into our client teams. Our top-notch training and mentoring programs, retreats and academies, and shadowing opportunities are what set us apart. If you are passionate about innovative work in a dynamic environment, you're just who we've been looking for. ## Description * Helping clients strategically prepare for and mitigate the risk of security incidents * Advising clients regarding the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity laws and regulations * Advising on the security aspects of strategic corporate transactions * Advising security teams on the nascent legal landscape of offensive security and darkweb intelligence gathering * Directing forensic investigations * Managing regulatory and litigation risk * Developing communications strategies to mitigate legal and brand risk * Supporting clients with cybersecurity readiness, governance, and risk mitigation The successful candidate will work with clients ranging from emerging companies to global enterprises across the technology, finance, life sciences and energy sectors. As a Managing Associate on the team, you take a leadership role all aspects of incident response and cybersecurity counseling, including transactions, governance, incident preparedness, forensic investigations, regulatory analysis, client communications, and data impact assessments. You will receive hands-on training and mentorship and will have direct client exposure as you grow into the role. A Managing Associate will also have the opportunity to support cybersecurity-adjacent practices, including privacy and cybersecurity litigation and enforcement, as well as privacy and AI advisory work. 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