Senior Associate , Incident Response

Kroll; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Time off & holidays

Insurance: life, disability

Competitive compensation

401(k) matching

Job summary

Kroll is seeking professionals to support cyber defense and incident response assignments in a global context. You will work on complex cases, mentor junior staff, and help manage resources and budgets across multiple engagements.

The role may require frequent travel and coordination with clients and colleagues across Kroll’s network of offices.

Qualifications

• Malware reverse engineering experience in cyber defense or incident response.
• Strong knowledge of network security and threat containment.
• Experience conducting computer security audits and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of strong technical skills in support of cyber defense or incident response assignments.
• Supports the Case Manager in the effective running of an assignment through to its closure, providing input to structuring projects, managing resources, presenting findings and providing commercially viable advice to the client.
• Monitors quality of own work and that of the assignment team, and ensures value is delivered to the client.
• Communicates regularly to senior members of the team, bringing case issues and findings to attention of appropriate personnel for resolution and decision making.
• Develop and maintain key client relationships, ensuring Kroll’s high standards of service and integrity are adhered to at all times.
• Support the development of junior staff by acting as mentor and ensuring Kroll’s high standards are met at all times.
• Ensure Key Performance Indicators (consisting of utilization rates, business generation and personal objectives) are consistently achieved.
• Identify own learning needs and opportunities, and continuously seek to improve personal performance.
• We are currently looking for individuals that hold the following skill and expertise:

Skills

Malware reverse engineering

Network security

Computer security audit

Job description

In a world of disruption and increasingly complex business challenges, our professionals bring truth into focus with the Kroll Lens. Our sharp analytical skills, paired with the latest technology, allow us to give our clients clarity—not just answers—in all areas of business. We embrace diverse backgrounds and global perspectives, and we cultivate diversity by respecting, including, and valuing one another. As part of One team, One Kroll, you’ll contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment that empowers you to excel.

At Kroll, your work will help deliver clarity to our clients’ most complex governance, risk, and transparency challenges.

Kroll’s elite security leaders deliver rapid responses for over 3,000 incidents per year and have the resources and expertise to support the entire incident lifecycle, including litigation demands.

Day-to-day Responsibilities

Delivery of strong technical skills in support of cyber defense or incident response assignments.

Supports the Case Manager in the effective running of an assignment through to its closure, providing input to structuring projects, managing resources, presenting findings and providing commercially viable advice to the client.

Monitors quality of own work and that of the assignment team, and ensures value is delivered to the client.

Communicates regularly to senior members of the team, bringing case issues and findings to attention of appropriate personnel for resolution and decision making.

Develop and maintain key client relationships, ensuring Kroll’s high standards of service and integrity are adhered to at all times.

Support the development of junior staff by acting as mentor and ensuring Kroll’s high standards are met at all times.

Ensure Key Performance Indicators (consisting of utilization rates, business generation and personal objectives) are consistently achieved.

Identify own learning needs and opportunities, and continuously seek to improve personal performance.

We are currently looking for individuals that hold the following skill and expertise:

Malware Reverse Engineering

Network Security

Computer Security Audit

The individual must possess excellent project management skills, with ability to communicate effectively and build strong working relationships with both clients and colleagues across Kroll’s network of offices.

The role may require frequent travel

Recommended three (3) years incident response experience investigating and remediating cyber breaches, preferably in a consultancy position.

Desired qualifications: CREST IR, CFCE, ENCE, GIAC or other certification(s) would be beneficial (GCFA, GCIH, GREM, GNFA).

Fluency in English is required together with fluency or native capability in the language of the country in which they will be based.

Extensive experience of managing complex cases and successfully managing resources and budget.

Ability to drive forward and co-ordinate a number of concurrent projects and tasks, managing competing demands.

Clarity of thought and expression to win confidence from key stakeholders and colleagues.

A highly professional and commercial approach to problem solving.

Due to the range of assignments that you will manage across various industry-sectors and country locations, a key interest in global events and markets, with an awareness of working across different cultural and political environments is essential.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills that help represent diverse communities.

• Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Time Off and Leave Policies: Generous paid time off (PTO), paid company holidays, generous parental and family leave.
• Protective Insurances: Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and accident protection.
• Compensation and Rewards: Competitive salary structures, performance-based incentives, and merit-based compensation reviews.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) plans with company matching.

Please note that benefits may vary by region, department and role. We encourage you to speak with your recruiter to learn more about the specific benefits available for your position.

About Kroll

Join the global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions—Kroll. With a nearly century-long legacy, we blend trusted expertise with cutting‑edge technology to navigate and redefine industry complexities. As a part of One Team, One Kroll, you’ll contribute to a collaborative and empowering environment, propelling your career to new heights. Ready to build, protect, restore and maximize our clients’ value? Your journey begins with Kroll.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, age or disability.