Incident Response Principal Consultant (Remote)

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading compensation

Wellness programs

Generous vacation policy

Parental leave

Professional development

Employee networks & volunteering

Great Place to Work certification

Job summary

Ladders seeks an Incident Response Principal Consultant to join a leader in information technology. You will lead high-stakes incident response engagements, guide investigations across multiple operating systems, and translate findings into clear recommendations for stakeholders.

Remote from the US, with compensation of $140,000–$195,000 annually, plus benefits and opportunities for professional growth. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in incident response or information security.
• Strong leadership skills in a consulting environment.
• Proficient in computer and network forensic analysis.
• Experience with malware analysis and reverse engineering.
• Knowledge of cloud incident response methodologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Excellent communication skills for client interactions.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead incident response engagements for high-profile clients.
• Develop innovative methods to detect cyber threats.
• Conduct intrusion investigations under legal counsel guidance.
• Perform forensic analysis across multiple operating systems.
• Analyze malware and produce detailed reports.
• Communicate findings to stakeholders through presentations.
• Demonstrate thought leadership in the cybersecurity community.

Skills

Incident response experience

Leadership in consulting

Forensic analysis

Malware analysis

Reverse engineering

Cloud incident response

Communication skills

Project management

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Incident Response Principal Consultant to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space.

This role will lead high-stakes incident response engagements for clients facing complex cyber threats, combining forensic rigor with strong client advisory skills. You will guide investigations across multiple operating systems, collaborate with legal counsel when needed, and translate technical findings into clear recommendations for stakeholders. The position also calls for technical depth in malware analysis, reverse engineering, and cloud incident response across modern environments.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $140,000 – $195,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead incident response engagements for high-profile clients
• Develop innovative methods to detect cyber threats
• Conduct intrusion investigations under legal counsel guidance
• Perform forensic analysis across multiple operating systems
• Analyze malware and produce detailed reports
• Communicate findings to stakeholders through presentations
• Demonstrate thought leadership in the cybersecurity community

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in incident response or information security
• Strong leadership skills in a consulting environment
• Proficient in computer and network forensic analysis
• Experience with malware analysis and reverse engineering
• Knowledge of cloud incident response methodologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Excellent communication skills for client interactions
• Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively

Benefits

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards
• Comprehensive wellness programs for physical and mental health
• Competitive vacation and holiday policies
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Professional development opportunities for all employees
• Employee networks and volunteer opportunities
• Vibrant office culture with top-notch amenities
• Great Place to Work Certified globally

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.