Senior Cyber Incident Response & Forensics Lead

Charles River Associates; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 152,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Wellness programs

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Employee assistance resources

Job summary

A global consulting firm in Washington, DC is looking for a Senior Associate to execute investigations related to cyber intrusion and incident response. Ideal candidates will have 5-7 years of relevant experience and a degree in a related field. Responsibilities include forensic analysis and improving incident response efforts. The company offers a competitive salary, training programs, and comprehensive benefits, emphasizing both in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years’ experience in cyber intrusion investigation or incident response analysis.
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects and meet timely deadlines.
• Experience in a hands‑on technical role functioning as an incident responder.

Responsibilities

• Executing security and privacy investigations for data security matters.
• Performing forensic analysis of digital information.
• Managing risk by implementing quality control measures.

Skills

Cyber intrusion investigation

Incident response analysis

Technical prioritization

Data analytics engagements

Network forensics

Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Computer forensics tools

NIST CSF 2.0

ISO 27001 and 27002

Job description

A global consulting firm in Washington, DC is looking for a Senior Associate to execute investigations related to cyber intrusion and incident response. Ideal candidates will have 5-7 years of relevant experience and a degree in a related field. Responsibilities include forensic analysis and improving incident response efforts. The company offers a competitive salary, training programs, and comprehensive benefits, emphasizing both in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.