Senior Incident Responder

Avantor; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor is seeking a Senior Incident Responder to enhance its Security Operations team. This role involves identifying and resolving cyber threats, collaborating with teams, and improving incident response procedures. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in cybersecurity and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in incident response or SOC operations.
• Proficiency in SIEM platforms and endpoint protection tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security events and analyze alerts using SIEM tools.
• Lead containment and recovery efforts in cloud environments.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems

Tools

SIEM platforms

Endpoint protection tools

Python

PowerShell

Cloud environments

Job description

The Opportunity:

At Avantor, people are the most important part of our success because they drive our global performance. Our teams in Operations, Lab Services, Sales, and others rely on our talent acquisition initiatives to attract, engage, and hire the right talent. Avantor's IT Engineering vertical is a crucial part of this, enabling our internal teams worldwide to grow beyond their limits.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Senior Incident Responder to join our growing Security Operations team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in identifying, containing, and resolving cyber threats in a fast-paced environment. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop proactive threat mitigation strategies and improve the organization's cybersecurity posture.

What we're looking for:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
• Experience: 5+ years in incident response, SOC operations, or related cybersecurity roles, with proficiency in SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), endpoint protection tools (e.g., CrowdStrike), understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), scripting (Python, PowerShell), and knowledge of industry standards like NIST and MITRE ATT&CK.

Bonus Qualifications:

• Certifications such as GCIH, GCFA, GCFE, ECIH.
• Experience with digital forensics tools and threat hunting, especially APT tactics.

Who you are:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, able to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Team player with effective collaboration skills.

How you thrive and create an impact:

Incident Detection & Analysis

• Monitor security events and analyze alerts using SIEM tools.
• Perform threat triage to assess severity and scope.

Incident Response & Containment

• Lead containment, remediation, and recovery efforts in on-premises and cloud environments.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for effective resolution.

Threat Intelligence & Hunting

• Work with threat intelligence teams to identify emerging threats.
• Proactively hunt for malicious activities.

Reporting & Documentation

• Develop incident reports, root cause analyses, and lessons learned.
• Present findings to technical and non-technical audiences.

Process Improvement

• Contribute to improving incident response procedures and tools.

Collaboration & On-Call Support

• Participate in on-call rotations and provide after-hours support.
• Collaborate with SOC analysts and IT teams.

Disclaimer:

The above statements describe the general nature of the work and are not exhaustive. Avantor is an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ passionate associates. Our work changes lives, from medical treatments to enabling hearing aids. We foster a diverse, inclusive culture that supports your growth. Dare to go further and see how your contributions can impact the world.

Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate based on gender, race, religion, or other protected characteristics. For accommodations, contact [e-mail]. For more info, see the Know Your Rights poster.

3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:

Submitting candidates without a formal agreement forfeits any fee. We work with a preferred supplier list and do not accept solicitation outside our process.