Incident Response Consultant 100% Remote Working

Shtudy; New York (NY); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a talented Incident Response Consultant to bolster their cybersecurity team. In this pivotal role, you will lead investigations and manage incidents, ensuring that organizations can effectively contain and recover from cyber threats. Collaborating with a diverse group of security experts, you will enhance detection and response capabilities, providing actionable insights to clients. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and eager to tackle emerging threats in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and teamwork, and make a significant impact in the world of cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity focused on incident response.
• Strong knowledge of malware analysis and digital forensics.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity incident investigations and manage recovery activities.
• Develop incident response playbooks and conduct tabletop exercises.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Incident Response

Digital Forensics

Malware Analysis

Memory Forensics

Network Forensics

Communication Skills

Threat Hunting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in Information Security

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

EnCase

FTK

X-Ways

Volatility

Wireshark

SIEM platforms

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Incident Response Consultant 100% Remote Working

New York, United States | Posted on 04/16/2025

Department: Cybersecurity / Incident Response

Position Overview

A leading US-based organization is seeking a highly skilled Incident Response Consultant to join their cybersecurity team. In this role, you’ll be on the front lines of cyber defence—leading investigations, managing incidents, and helping organizations contain and recover from cyber threats. You’ll work with a diverse team of security experts to protect client environments, mitigate risk, and continuously improve detection and response capabilities.

This is a 100% remote role open to qualified candidates across the United States.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead and support cybersecurity incident investigations, including containment, eradication, and recovery activities.
2. Perform in-depth forensic analysis across various systems (endpoint, network, cloud).
3. Provide clients with actionable recommendations and technical reports following incidents.
4. Collaborate with internal teams and external clients to improve detection, response, and threat intelligence capabilities.
5. Develop and refine incident response playbooks and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
6. Conduct tabletop exercises and simulations to test and improve readiness.
7. Stay updated on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.
8. Assist in threat hunting activities to identify potential compromises proactively.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

1. 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on incident response, digital forensics, or SOC operations.
2. Strong knowledge of malware analysis, memory forensics, and network forensics.
3. Proficient in tools such as EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Volatility, Wire shark, and SIEM platforms.
4. Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their security models.
5. Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, and other incident response frameworks.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
7. Ability to manage multiple incidents in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
2. Experience working in a consulting or MSSP environment.
3. Knowledge of scripting or automation (Python, PowerShell, etc.)