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Job Description Job Title: Incident Response Consultant Location: 100%
Remote (USA-Based) Employment Type: Full-Time Department: Cybersecurity / Incident Response Position Overview A leading US-based organization is seeking a highly skilled Incident Response Consultant to join their cybersecurity team. In this role, you'll be on the front lines of cyber defence-leading investigations, managing incidents, and helping organizations contain and recover from cyber threats. You'll work with a diverse team of security experts to protect client environments, mitigate risk, and continuously improve detection and response capabilities.
This is a 100% remote role open to qualified candidates across the United States. Key Responsibilities • Lead and support cybersecurity incident investigations, including containment, eradication, and recovery activities. • Perform in-depth forensic analysis across various systems (endpoint, network, cloud). • Provide clients with actionable recommendations and technical reports following incidents. • Collaborate with internal teams and external clients to improve detection, response, and threat intelligence capabilities.
• Develop and refine incident response play books and standard operating procedures (SOPs). • Conduct tabletop exercises and simulations to test and improve readiness. • Stay updated on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices. • Assist in threat hunting activities to identify potential compromises proactively. Requirements Required Qualifications • 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on incident response, digital forensics, or SOC operations. • Strong knowledge of malware analysis, memory forensics, and network forensics.
• Proficient in tools such as EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Volatility, Wire shark, and SIEM platforms. • Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their security models. • Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, and other incident response frameworks. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to manage multiple incidents in a fast-paced environment. • U.S. work authorization required. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., GCFA, GCIH, CISSP, CEH, OSCP). • Experience working in a consulting or MSSP environment. • Knowledge of scripting or automation (Python, PowerShell, etc.) Benefits Apply tot his job Apply tot his job