Incident Response Senior Consultant (Remote)

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Comprehensive vacation/holiday policy

Parental and adoption leave

Professional development opportunities

Employee networks

Job summary

Ladders is seeking an Incident Response Senior Consultant for a fully remote role. The consultant will lead high-stakes incident response engagements, perform forensic analyses, and investigate malware across diverse environments.

This client-facing position also demands strong communication with management, legal teams, and stakeholders. Ideal candidates bring 5–7 years in incident response or information security, proficiency in forensic methods, and experience with cloud incident response

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of incident response or information security experience.
• 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).

Responsibilities

• Lead incident response engagements for high-profile clients.
• Develop methods to detect cyber threats.
• Conduct intrusion investigations with legal counsel guidance.
• Perform forensic analysis across operating systems.
• Analyze malware and produce detailed reports.
• Communicate findings to stakeholders including management and legal teams.
• Demonstrate thought leadership through public speaking and writing.

Skills

Incident response

Leadership

Forensic analysis

Malware analysis

Communication

Independent work

Public speaking

Job description

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

This role will lead high-stakes incident response work for clients navigating cyber threats, with a strong emphasis on forensic analysis, malware investigation, and clear communication during critical events. The consultant will partner closely with legal counsel, management, and other stakeholders to support thorough investigations and actionable findings. This is a highly client-facing role that also calls for thought leadership through public speaking and writing in the cybersecurity community.

The position is remote and suited for an experienced consulting professional who can operate independently, manage complex engagements, and deliver trusted guidance across diverse technology environments.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $115,000 - 160,000 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 including management and legal teams
• Demonstrate thought leadership through public speaking and writing

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.