Incident Response Specialist - Cybersecurity

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Incident Response Specialist for a fully remote role helping safeguard our online operations. You will detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents, minimize impact, and restore normal operations quickly.

The ideal candidate brings calm under pressure, strong analytical skills, and a solid understanding of incident response methodologies, attack vectors, and mitigation techniques.

Qualifications

• Calm demeanor under pressure with strong analytical skills.
• Deep understanding of cyber attack vectors and mitigation techniques.
• Experience with incident response methodologies and SOC environments.

Responsibilities

• Detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents.
• Minimize impact and restore normal operations as quickly as possible.
• Collaborate as part of a security operations center to protect data and reputation.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing e-commerce platform, is looking for a skilled and dedicated Incident Response Specialist to join their cybersecurity team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while playing a critical role in safeguarding our client's online operations. You will be responsible for detecting, analyzing, and responding to security incidents, minimizing impact, and restoring normal operations as quickly as possible. This role requires a calm demeanor under pressure, excellent analytical skills, and a deep understanding of cyber attack vectors and mitigation techniques. As an Incident Response Specialist, you will be a key member of the security operations center, contributing directly to the protection of customer data and the company's reputation. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and possesses a strong understanding of incident response methodologies and tools. This is a prime opportunity to contribute to a vital cybersecurity function in a remote-first environment, impacting a leading online business.