Senior Associate/Cybersecurity & Incident Response (Forensic Services practice)

Charles River Associates; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Associate in Cybersecurity & Incident Response to enhance their Forensic Services practice. This role involves executing security investigations, performing forensic analysis, and improving incident response capabilities, all while fostering relationships with law enforcement. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in cyber intrusion investigations and incident response, with a focus on technical expertise and project management. Join a forward-thinking firm that values professional growth through extensive training and mentorship, offering a dynamic work environment with flexible in-office and remote work options.

Benefits

100 hours of annual training

Mentorship opportunities

Comprehensive benefits

Wellness programs

Immigration support

Qualifications

• 5-7 years’ experience in cyber intrusion investigation or incident response.
• Strong project prioritization skills and hands-on technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Executing security and privacy investigations, including breach detection.
• Performing forensic analysis of digital information with standard techniques.

Skills

Cyber intrusion investigation

Incident response

Network forensics

Malware analysis

Data analytics

Project prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

NIST

HIPAA

ISO 27001

SOC2

NERC-CIP

Job description

Senior Associate/Cybersecurity & Incident Response (Forensic Services practice)

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About Charles River Associates
CRA is a leading global consulting firm providing independent economic and financial analysis behind litigation, guiding businesses on strategy and operations, and advising governments on policy impacts. Our services—economic and management consulting—are delivered by specialized practice groups. Learn how CRA can help launch your career.

Position Overview
CRA’s Forensic Services supports companies' integrity by helping respond to allegations of fraud, misconduct, and non-compliance. We deploy cross-trained forensic teams to deliver insights efficiently, offering accounting, forensic, and cybercrime investigation services.

The Senior Associate role involves:

1. Executing security and privacy investigations, including breach detection, threat analysis, incident response, and malware analysis;
2. Performing forensic analysis of digital information with standard techniques and tools;
3. Enhancing incident response capabilities by evaluating and implementing new tools and processes;
4. Building relationships with law enforcement agencies for criminal matters;
5. Preparing client communications and managing project risks with quality control;
6. Participating in recruiting, team morale, and professional development of junior staff;
7. Supporting engagement planning, analysis, and supervision;
8. Providing cybersecurity assessments aligned with frameworks like NIST, HIPAA, ISO 27001, SOC2, NERC-CIP;
9. Interfacing with clients and supporting business development efforts.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field;
• 5-7 years’ experience in cyber intrusion investigation or incident response;
• Strong project prioritization skills;
• Hands-on technical expertise in incident response, network forensics, or malware analysis;
• Experience with data analytics and best practices;
• Knowledge of hardware, OS, networks, email systems, mobile devices, and security;
• Deep understanding of networking, operating systems, and web technologies.

To Apply

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Career Growth & Benefits

• Skills development with 100 hours of annual training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities;
• Comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and immigration support.

Work Location Flexibility

3-4 days/week in-office, with options for remote work during certain periods, depending on work needs.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CRA is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance and Sales