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Principal Consultant, Digital Forensic and Incident Response
Location
United States
Posted
2 days ago
Salary
$100K - $160K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Principal Consultant, Digital Forensic and Incident Response
Surefire Cyber Inc.
• Represent Surefire Cyber as a skilled technical forensic and consulting expert for clients across diverse industries during active incident response engagements. • Leverage extensive experience and technical skills to play a pivotal role in detecting and analyzing intrusions, offering clear guidance to clients navigating high-pressure response situations, and providing after-hours support as needed. • Demonstrate genuine curiosity, a commitment to continuous learning, and contribute valuable insights to support the team's knowledge growth. • Forensically lead incident response engagements, working with other team members to guide clients through the entire incident response lifecycle from detection to recovery. • Conduct advanced forensic analysis to identify the scope and impact of security incidents meticulously and precisely, including malware analysis and reverse engineering when necessary. • Independently manage investigations ranging in size and complexity such as Business Email Compromises and Ransomware engagements. • Provide career development for a Forensic team consisting of 3-4 Consultants/Senior Consultants, by investing in their professional development conducting regular one-on-one conversations and providing guidance and recommendations on training opportunities. • Identify, articulate, and explain attack vectors, threat tactics, and attacker techniques to guide mitigation and prevention efforts. • Convey complex forensic findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders clearly and understandably. • Provide comprehensive supporting evidence for written reports detailing incident findings, and analysis. • Review, provide well thought out input, and provide guidance to other team members on forensic reports. • Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and clients to refine and document incident response processes and best practices. • Spearhead research and development activities to stay up to date with the latest forensic tools, techniques, and methodologies. • Contribute to the development of internal processes and support broader organizational initiatives. • Provide after-hours (on-call/weekend rotational) support as required to address critical incidents and maintain continuous coverage.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, related degree
- Hold industry certifications or showcase equivalent professional experience as a Principal Consultant, highlighting a profound mastery of Digital Forensics and Incident Response.
- Previous experience in leading the forensic workstreams and teams ranging from 3-4 in size on complex investigations.
- Demonstrate advanced proficiency in utilizing common digital forensic artifacts and tools such as ELK, Axiom, Encase, FTK (Forensic Toolkit), Open-Source, or comparable industry-standard tools.
- Showcase professional experience in the effective use of network analysis and intrusion detection tools, exemplifying a deep understanding of their application in cybersecurity.
- Possess in-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices, underlining a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of the cybersecurity landscape.
- Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail, displaying an ability to navigate complex challenges with precision and thoroughness.
- Demonstrate the ability to work effectively under pressure, manage multiple competing priorities, and consistently meet tight deadlines, reflecting resilience and efficiency in high-stakes scenarios.
- Display exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, ensuring the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and comprehensively.
- Express eagerness to mentor, share knowledge, and actively contribute to the expansion of the team's expertise, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
- Exhibit the capability to provide after-hours (on-call/weekend rotational) support as required, demonstrating a commitment to addressing critical incidents promptly and maintaining continuous coverage.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation plan and total rewards package for team members
- Remote workforce
- Generous paid time off plan and floating holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Employer paid premiums for both team members and their dependents for medical, dental, and vision
- Comprehensive health, vision, dental, 401K matching program, disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Life and AD&D benefits.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
- We prioritize employee growth and development through a robust performance management platform to provide ongoing coaching, clear feedback, recognition, and opportunities for career growth.
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