Incident Response Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Training opportunities

Flexible remote work

Supportive remote team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Incident Response Specialist to join our security operations team. This remote role supports critical operations and focuses on detecting, analyzing, and responding to security incidents to minimize impact.

You will lead forensic investigations, develop response playbooks, and coordinate with IT, Legal, and Communications to remediate breaches while staying current on threat landscapes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, forensic computing or related field.
• Minimum 3 years hands-on experience in cybersecurity incident response or digital forensics.
• Proficiency with incident response tools and methodologies.
• Experience with forensic analysis tools and techniques (EnCase, FTK, Volatility).

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and systems for signs of malicious activity and security incidents.
• Investigate security incidents, including data breaches, malware infections, and unauthorized access.
• Perform digital forensic analysis on affected systems to determine scope and impact.
• Develop and execute incident response plans and playbooks.
• Contain, eradicate, and recover from security incidents effectively.
• Document all incident response activities, findings, and lessons learned.
• Collaborate with internal teams (IT, Legal, Communications) during incident response efforts.
• Stay up-to-date with latest incident response techniques, tools, and threat landscapes.
• Provide recommendations for improving security posture based on incident analysis.

Skills

Incident response

Digital forensics

Threat analysis

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

EnCase

FTK

Volatility

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a national logistics provider, is seeking a skilled Incident Response Specialist to join their security operations center, operating remotely to support their presence in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This critical role focuses on detecting, analyzing, and responding to security incidents to minimize their impact on the organization. You will work with a dedicated team to investigate breaches, perform forensic analysis, and implement measures to prevent future occurrences. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of security incident response methodologies, forensic tools, and possess excellent analytical and communication skills. This remote position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on a vital sector from anywhere, while supporting critical operations in the Queenstown region.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and systems for signs of malicious activity and security incidents.
• Investigate security incidents, including data breaches, malware infections, and unauthorized access.
• Perform digital forensic analysis on affected systems to determine the scope and impact of incidents.
• Develop and execute incident response plans and playbooks.
• Contain, eradicate, and recover from security incidents effectively.
• Document all incident response activities, findings, and lessons learned.
• Collaborate with internal teams (IT, Legal, Communications) during incident response efforts.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest incident response techniques, tools, and threat landscapes.
• Provide recommendations for improving security posture based on incident analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Forensic Computing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity incident response or digital forensics.
• Proficiency with incident response tools and methodologies.
• Experience with forensic analysis tools and techniques (e.g., EnCase, FTK, Volatility).
• Understanding of operating system internals (Windows, Linux) and network protocols.
• Knowledge of malware analysis and reverse engineering concepts is a plus.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical details.
• Relevant certifications such as GCIH, GCFA, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are highly desirable.
• Experience supporting organizations in the Queenstown, Eastern Cape area or logistics sector is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package for remote employees.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for specialized training in digital forensics and incident response.
• Flexible remote working arrangements.
• Exposure to diverse and challenging security incidents.
• Supportive and collaborative remote team environment.