Cybersecurity Consultant Digital Investigation Discovery

J.S. Held LLC; New York (NY); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative compliance-focused firm is seeking a highly skilled cybersecurity consultant to address complex security challenges. This role involves managing SIM Swap compromises, conducting cryptocurrency investigations, and utilizing digital forensics to recover critical information. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams on high-profile projects, demonstrating excellent project management and communication skills. The company offers a flexible work environment, generous leave policies, and comprehensive medical insurance, making it an ideal opportunity for those passionate about cybersecurity and digital investigations.

Benefits

Flexible Work Environment

Generous Annual Leave Policy

Comprehensive Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in cybersecurity within financial services or as a consultant.
• Proficiency in digital forensics and cryptocurrency investigations.

Responsibilities

• Manage SIM Swap compromises and advise on authentication issues.
• Utilize digital forensics in cryptocurrency investigations.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Digital Forensics

Project Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Relevant InfoSec Certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH)

Tools

TRM Labs

Elliptic

Breadcrumbs

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled cybersecurity consultant with expertise in handling SIM Swap compromises and cryptocurrency-related investigations. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical and advisory skills to address complex security challenges.

In this role, you will be an integral part of our innovative compliance initiatives, working closely with the Digital Investigation & Discovery group. The selected candidate will play a pivotal role in driving the success of high-profile projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Job Responsibilities Include:

1. SIM Swap Compromise Handling:
   • Manage and mitigate SIM Swap compromises.
   • Understand and address technical mechanisms and related forms of social engineering.
   • Advise on 2-factor/multi-factor authentication compromises.
2. Cryptocurrency Investigations:
   • Utilize digital forensics and cybersecurity skills in cryptocurrency-related investigations.
   • Recover seed phrases, wallet IDs, and transaction IDs from chat message platforms, cloud systems, and computers.
3. Digital Asset Tracing:
   • Employ open source and licensed digital asset tracing tools such as TRM Labs, Elliptic, Breadcrumbs, etc.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Experience working in a cybersecurity role within a financial services organization or as a consultant for financial services clients.
• Specific experience handling SIM Swap compromises and related security issues.
• Proficiency in digital forensics and cybersecurity techniques, particularly in cryptocurrency investigations.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to lead team-oriented projects and tasks within a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced decision-making and problem-solving skills under pressure, as well as a strong attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic, eagerness for continued development, and motivation to succeed.
• Ability to interact confidently with senior team members and clients.
• Ability to learn and demonstrate new technologies and workflows.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant InfoSec certifications such as CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), or CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker).
• Experience with regulatory compliance frameworks such as NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology), ISO 27001, or GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).
• Familiarity with blockchain analysis tools and techniques.
• Experience in conducting security audits and risk assessments.
• Knowledge of advanced threat detection and incident response strategies.

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• Must be comfortable to work in a remote and/or hybrid environment.
• Must be flexible to work outside of the 8:30am – 5:30pm business hours if needed.
• Must be flexible to travel.

Some of the Benefits We Have Include:

• Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely when needed.
• Generous Annual Leave Policy.
• Comprehensive Medical Insurance.

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $48 - $72/HR. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO and Job Accommodations
We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!
J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.