Jobs · Management · Illinois

Incident Response Team Lead

KellyMitchell Group · Arlington Heights, IL · 2 wk ago
Management$57–$62/hrContract

Core 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
  • Provide assistance to IR teams on general triage and threat hunting exercises
  • Gather metrics and report ongoing status
  • Provide guidance and training to junior team members
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of SOC procedures and documentation

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
  • 3+ years of experience as a SOC or Incident Response Analyst
  • In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity such as EDR and SIEM, 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
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
  • A resourceful person that is a fast learner and asks when in doubt

Qualifications

  • Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, GCIA, GCIH) are a plus

Pay and Benefits

The approximate pay range for this position is between $57.00 and $62.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
401K offered

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