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Cyber Defense Incident Responder

EY · Fort Worth, TX · Yesterday
On-siteInformation Technology$91k–$170k/yrFull-time

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About the role

EY Technology supports our organization’s technology needs through three business units: Client Technology (CT), Enterprise Workplace Technology (EWT), and Information Security (InfoSec). The Cyber & Investigative Services (CIS) Junior Incident Coordinator will use strong incident management techniques to coordinate security incident response to cybersecurity events or incidents stemming from suspected threats.

This role requires a strong comprehension of incident response plans, coordination of activities, diplomacy, and decision-making skills to handle the fast-paced world of incident management. Foundational skills in incident response, chain of custody, forensics, event analysis, and hands-on cybersecurity are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate response efforts to cyber incidents caused by external threats, which may involve nontraditional working hours.
  • Serve as a liaison to different businesses and interface with fellow team members and colleagues on other security teams.
  • Manage relationships with business partners, management, vendors, and external parties as needed.
  • Drive integration with other corporate incident management programs to ensure consistency and alignment with peer support teams within IT.
  • Help lead small to medium-sized projects as directed by leadership.
  • Champion process and documentation, developing scalable response operations and ensuring continuous improvement to the company’s incident response plan.
  • Develop and deliver metrics to leadership as requested.
  • Create ready-to-go draft communications and ensure timely reports/updates to leadership during and after an event.
  • Own and manage the team’s internal action playbooks and knowledgebase.
  • Be willing to be on-call off hours in rotation with other team members.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years’ experience in at least two of the following roles:
    • Member of a Security Operations Center (SOC).
    • Security Incident Response Analyst or supporting function (2 years minimum).
    • eDiscovery or related role performing forensic functions.
  • Deep understanding of security threats, vulnerabilities, and incident response.
  • Understanding of electronic investigation, forensic tools, and methodologies, including:
    • Log correlation and analysis.
    • Forensically handling electronic data.
    • Knowledge of computer security investigative processes.
    • Malware identification and analysis.
  • Basic understanding of legalities surrounding electronic discovery and analysis.
  • Understanding of regulatory stipulations regarding security incidents.
  • Experience with SIEM technologies (e.g., Splunk).
  • Deep understanding of both Windows and Unix/Linux-based operating systems.
  • Must hold or be willing to pursue related professional certifications such as GCFE, GCFA, GCIH, CISA, CISM, CISSP, or CCIM.

Skills

  • Resolution of security incidents by validating root cause and solutions.
  • Analyze findings in investigative matters and develop fact-based reports.
  • Identify and articulate opportunities for improvement while driving lessons learned activities.
  • Demonstrated integrity and judgment within a professional environment.
  • Inquisitive approach to analysis and peer review.
  • Application of emotional intelligence and calm under pressure.
  • Ability to appropriately balance work/personal priorities.
  • Global mindset for working with different cultures and backgrounds.
  • Knowledgeable in business industry-standard security incident response processes, procedures, and lifecycle.
  • Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent teaming, social, communication, and writing skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive compensation and benefits package, with rewards based on performance and recognition for the value you bring to the business.
  • Medical and dental coverage.
  • Pension and 401(k) plans.
  • Flexible vacation policy, allowing you to decide how much vacation time you need based on personal circumstances.
  • Designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence to support your well-being.

Pay

The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $91,100 to $170,400. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State, and California (excluding Sacramento) is $109,300 to $193,600. Individual salaries are determined by factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.

Schedule

  • Hybrid model with an expectation to work in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project, or year.
  • On-call rotation during off hours.

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