International Contract Bench, Incident Response (Dfir)

Jobgether Srl; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health benefits

Training opportunities

Collaborative team

Job summary

NTT DATA is seeking an experienced Incident Response Manager to lead its cybersecurity incident response function in a remote role. You will develop, manage, and execute the organisation's incident response plan, coordinating containment, eradication, and recovery efforts to minimise impact.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in cybersecurity with incident response and digital forensics, plus relevant certifications and strong leadership and communication under pressure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in cybersecurity, CS, or related field.
• 7+ years in cybersecurity with emphasis on incident response and forensics.
• Experience leading complex security incidents in large environments.
• Strong knowledge of incident response methodologies and threat analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and continuously improve the incident response plan and playbooks.
• Lead and coordinate incident response during breaches and attacks.
• Oversee forensic investigations to determine scope and impact.
• Manage communications with stakeholders including legal, PR, and regulators.
• Conduct post-incident reviews and implement improvements.
• Mentor and lead the incident response team.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Communication

Incident response

Cybersecurity knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS

Certifications (GCIH, GCFA, CISSP)

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Network forensics tools

Malware analysis sandboxes

Job description

Incident Response Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced and decisive Incident Response Manager to lead their cybersecurity incident response function. This is a critical remote role responsible for developing, managing, and executing the organisation's incident response plan. You will lead the response to security breaches and cyberattacks, coordinating efforts to contain, eradicate, and recover from incidents, while minimizing impact and preventing recurrence. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in incident management and a deep understanding of forensic investigations and security remediation strategies, vital for protecting the organisation in a remote setting.

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the organisation's incident response plan and playbooks.
• Lead and coordinate incident response activities during security breaches and cyberattacks.
• Oversee forensic investigations to determine the scope, cause, and impact of security incidents.
• Manage communication with internal and external stakeholders during incidents, including legal, PR, and regulatory bodies.
• Conduct post-incident reviews to identify lessons learned and implement corrective actions.
• Manage the incident response team, providing guidance, mentorship, and training.

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., GCIH, GCFA, CISSP) are highly desirable.
• 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on incident response and digital forensics.
• Proven experience managing complex security incidents in a large enterprise environment.
• In-depth knowledge of incident response methodologies, forensic analysis techniques, and threat actor TTPs.
• Experience with security tools such as SIEM, EDR, network forensics tools, and malware analysis sandboxes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills under pressure.

• Highly competitive salary and remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional development.
• Direct impact on the organisation's resilience against cyber threats.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment, fully embracing remote operations.

NTT DATA is a global leader and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category.