DFIR Incident Response Advisor - Simulations & Readiness

KPMG LLP Canada; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Montreal seeks a cybersecurity advisor for its Incident Response team. The role involves leading incident simulations, conducting readiness assessments, and drafting reports for clients. Applicants should have a degree in a related field, 2 to 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, and strong communication skills in both French and English. This position offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on organizational preparedness against cyber incidents.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of experience in cybersecurity.
• Strong skills in writing clear reports and strategic recommendations.
• Good understanding of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27035, MITRE ATT&CK, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and lead incident simulation exercises.
• Conduct readiness assessments to evaluate preparedness for cyber incidents.
• Draft clear and structured reports for executive committees and IT teams.
• Support clients in updating or creating their incident response plans.

Skills

Project management

Communication with senior leadership

Writing skills

Simplifying complex concepts

Proficiency in French

Proficiency in English

Education

Degree in cybersecurity, computer science, software engineering, or related field

Job description

A leading consulting firm in Montreal seeks a cybersecurity advisor for its Incident Response team. The role involves leading incident simulations, conducting readiness assessments, and drafting reports for clients. Applicants should have a degree in a related field, 2 to 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, and strong communication skills in both French and English. This position offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on organizational preparedness against cyber incidents.