Details Department: SecuritySchedule: Full Time Monday - Friday 8-5pm CTLocation: Remote
Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

 

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

Position Overview:
The Cyber Security Incident Response Specialist will support complex cybersecurity incident response activities. This role involves coordinating with the Security Operations Center (SOC), CSIRT, SIEM\\SOAR, DevSecOps, Cloud Security and other cybersecurity teams to analyze incidents, contain threats, and minimize the impact on the organization. The ideal candidate will have in-depth technical expertise, experience in advanced incident response, and Data forensics.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Incident Response Leadership:

Serve as the escalation point for complex security incidents, guiding response actions through containment, eradication, and recovery phases.Serve as part of the CSIRT, performing multiple roles which could include, Coordinator, Scribe, Analyst and Investigator.Coordinate cross-functional response activities with SOC, Cyber Security teams, IT, and other stakeholders to resolve incidents efficiently.Document and maintain accurate records of incidents, actions taken, and findings for post-incident analysis.

Threat Investigation and Analysis:

Conduct advanced analysis on security incidents, including forensic analysis, malware analysis, and network traffic analysis.Investigate root causes and threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to enhance incident response capabilities.Collaborate with the Threat Intelligence team to assess emerging threats and adjust response strategies accordingly.

Proactive Threat Hunting and Monitoring Improvement:

Perform proactive threat hunting to identify and mitigate risks before they become incidents.Review and refine security monitoring processes and detection rules, ensuring they align with current threat trends.Work closely with SOC analysts to improve detection and response times through training and process optimization.

Continuous Improvement and Knowledge Sharing:

Support post-incident reviews to identify lessons learned and opportunities for improvement.Update and refine incident response playbooks, ensuring they incorporate the latest threat intelligence and best practices.Mentor junior analysts and SOC team members, providing guidance on effective incident response and threat analysis.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on incident response or SOC operations.Expert knowledge of cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, incident response methodologies, and digital forensics.Hands-on experience with SIEM\\SOAR, EDR, Log Analysis, IDS/IPS, and forensic tools, as well as network and endpoint security.Relevant industry certifications, such as GCIA, GCIH, CISSP, CISM, or CHFI, are preferred.Strong analytical skills with the ability to make rapid, effective decisions in high-stress situations.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience reporting complex findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.

 

 

 

Requirements

Education:

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's
degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Additional Preferences

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