Senior Digital Forensics and Incident Response Lead

Charles River Associates; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immigration support

Comprehensive benefits package

Wellness programs

Job summary

Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm seeking a senior Forensic Services expert to lead investigations and provide cyber security guidance for clients. You will manage engagements, supervise teams, and develop strategic responses to fraud, data breaches, and non-compliance in complex environments.

The role demands 10+ years in cyber intrusion, digital forensics or incident response, strong leadership, and deep technical knowledge across networks, operating systems, and

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field.
• 10+ years’ experience in cyber intrusion investigation, digital forensics or incident response analysis.
• Ability to effectively lead teams, prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience in a hands-on technical role as a testifying expert, incident responder, network forensic analyst or malware analyst.
• Experience leading data analytics engagements and managing technology-based best practices.
• Working knowledge of computer hardware components, operating systems, file systems, networks, e-mail, mobile devices, IT security or incident response.
• Deep knowledge of TCP/IP networks, OSes and web technologies.
• Experience performing pixel tracking investigations.
• Experience in software development lifecycle and source code review.
• Willing and able to travel for client projects.

Responsibilities

• Leading security and privacy investigations for CRA clients, including data security matters and cyber breach detection.
• Performing forensic analysis of digital information using standard techniques and tools.
• Serving as primary client contact for engagement activities.
• Supervising project teams and quality assurance of work products.
• Identifying opportunities and improving the digital forensic and incident response capabilities.
• Maintaining relationships with law enforcement to assist criminal matters.
• Recruiting and retaining team members and managing morale.
• Participating in business development through client relationships and proposals.
• Guidance on cyber security controls aligned with major frameworks.

Skills

Cyber intrusion investigation

Digital forensics

Incident response

Team leadership

Data analytics

Networking knowledge

Operating systems

Software development lifecycle

Education

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

Tools

Forensic software

Job description

Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm seeking a senior Forensic Services expert to lead investigations and provide cyber security guidance for clients. You will manage engagements, supervise teams, and develop strategic responses to fraud, data breaches, and non-compliance in complex environments.

The role demands 10+ years in cyber intrusion, digital forensics or incident response, strong leadership, and deep technical knowledge across networks, operating systems, and