Incident Response Analyst

About the role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Incident Response Analyst to play a critical role in detecting, responding to, and mitigating security incidents. You will work alongside a team of skilled professionals to monitor and protect our clients' infrastructure, providing rapid and effective incident response. This role supports a 24x7 operation, and you will be expected to work assigned shifts outside normal working hours.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs to identify and analyze potential security incidents.
• Investigate and triage security alerts, assess their severity, and initiate the incident response process as necessary.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of security incidents, including malware analysis, network traffic analysis, and endpoint forensics.
• Lead or assist in responding to security incidents, coordinating with clients and internal teams to contain, eradicate, and recover from security breaches.
• Maintain detailed incident records, including incident timelines, actions taken, and lessons learned.
• Utilize cybersecurity tools such as CrowdStrike and Splunk to enhance threat detection and incident response capabilities.
• Prepare and deliver incident reports to clients and management, including recommendations for improving security posture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to share threat intelligence and develop proactive security measures.
• Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and best practices to improve incident response capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 1-3 years of experience as a SOC or Incident Response Analyst.
• Proficiency in cybersecurity EDR and SIEM tools, including CrowdStrike and Splunk.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including threat detection, incident response, and malware analysis.
• Knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be able to communicate in English to allow collaboration with global teams.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, GCIH, GCIA) are a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Resourceful, fast learner who asks when in doubt.
• Naturally organized with determination to deliver excellence.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

Pay

$45-$60 per hour (depends on experience level).

Schedule

This is a contract position with candidates expected to work 40 hours per week.