Digital Forensics & Incident Response Consultant - UK & Remote - £60,000 to £80,000 + bonus (5%[...]

JR United Kingdom; Stevenage; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading consultancy as a Digital Forensics & Incident Response Consultant, where you'll engage in high-stakes cyber incident management. This role promises broad exposure across industries, top-tier training, and an opportunity to work closely with major organizations, offering crucial insights into cyber threats.

Benefits

Top-tier training and certifications

Monthly commuting allowance

Performance bonus

Qualifications

• Over 4 years of experience in incident response consulting.
• Proven ability to manage cybersecurity incidents.
• SC or DV clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate efforts for high-impact cyber incidents.
• Conduct forensic analysis of compromised systems.
• Provide actionable insights on emerging threats.

Skills

Cybersecurity incident management

Forensic analysis

Interpersonal communication

Presentation skills

Education

Postgraduate degree in Cyber Security or related STEM field

Tools

Security frameworks and tools

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LT Harper - Cybersecurity Recruitment

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Our client, a globally recognised consultancy with one of the most established and high-performing Cyber Incident Response teams in the UK, is looking to hire new incident response talent. As one of only 9 accredited Tier 1 responders in the UK, this team is trusted by major organisations to lead them through complex, high-stakes cyber incidents.

This is a standout opportunity to join a dynamic, growing team at the forefront of cyber defense.

You’ll gain broad exposure across industries, work on some of the most significant incidents in the UK, and benefit from top-tier training and certifications.

Key Responsibilities of an Incident Response Consultant:

• Lead and coordinate response efforts for high-impact cyber incidents
• Conduct forensic analysis of compromised systems, memory dumps, and network data.
• Provide clients with actionable insights on emerging threats and attacker tactics.
• Collaborate directly with stakeholders during response and recovery engagements.
• Support pre-sales efforts by contributing to bids, proposals, and client pitches.

Key requirements of an Incident Response Consultant:

• Proven hands-on experience managing and investigating cybersecurity incidents. Over 4 years in an incident response consulting position.
• Solid understanding of networks, operating systems, and key programming/scripting concepts.
• Familiarity with a wide range of security frameworks, tools, and methodologies.
• Excellent written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• SC or DV clearance, or a willingness to obtain it.
• CREST Certified Incident Manager (CCIM)
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• A degree (ideally postgraduate) in Cyber Security, Information Security, or a related STEM field.

You must be based in the UK to apply and be able to commute to a local office monthly.