[Hiring] Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Analyst @FRSecure

Role Description

The Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Analyst is responsible for providing support to clients when they have become or suspect they may be the victim of a cyber-attack. This is done by conducting high quality and timely incident response investigations in environments of varying security maturity including identification and containment phases and advising clients regarding recovery and remediation steps to assist them in returning to normal business operations. Our DFIR Analysts have a blend of proactive project responsibilities, such as leading tabletops and plan coaching, as well as triage and case work.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of information security experience
• 3-5 years of experience with Active Directory, Systems Administration, Exchange Administration, M365 and/or other cloud environments
• 3-5 years of experience in presenting information security concepts
• GCIH, GCFA, ECIH certifications preferred
• Prior experience in threat hunting and/or incident handling
• Prior experience in management of EDR and/or SIEM technologies
• Experience with firewalls and network devices best practices and logging
• Solid understanding of computer systems administration in large environments
• Demonstrated analytical skills to interpret data, identify trends, and ensure accuracy in all deliverables
• Ability to clearly convey complex information to diverse audiences and actively listen to understand needs and provide effective solutions
• Proven customer service skills with a customer-focused mindset, including the ability to build relationships, resolve issues effectively, and deliver a positive, responsive client experience
• Ability to communicate highly technical topics to non-technical people effectively
• Ability to handle and work with large amounts of data
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office Suite products

Requirements

• Performing a forensic review of client systems for artifacts and indicators of compromise (IOCs) to further identify, contain, and eradicate malware and/or malicious intruders
• Conducting triage, threat-hunting, and case management for incident response clients
• Documenting detailed evidence, findings, and create a report output
• Meeting with clients during the planning, information sharing, and technical support stages
• Creating and delivering proactive projects to clients including tabletop exercises, plan coaching, assessments
• Conducting regular calls with clients to consult on incident response programs
• Continue education by researching and investigating developments in cyber forensics/attack methodologies; increase existing skillset to handle these matters
• Attending and participating in regular internal meetings
• Participating in on-call rotation, providing timely and effective support to clients, ensuring adherence to service level agreements (SLAs) and resolving issues within established response and resolution times
• Performing periodic after-hours and weekends on-call work

Benefits

• Flexible Work Environment: Empower employees with flexible schedules and remote or hybrid work options.
• Meaningful, Mission-Driven Work: Join a team that is passionate about making a real impact, with opportunities to contribute in a collaborative, values-driven environment.
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Support: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a culture that actively promotes mental wellbeing, open communication, and sustainable work practices.
• Growth & Development: Ongoing learning opportunities and support for professional development to help you grow in your career.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including medical, dental and vision insurance, health savings, flexible savings and dependent care savings account options, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match up to 4%, and pet insurance.
• Generous Time Off: Unlimited paid time off offered to rest and recharge, paid parental leave (6 weeks of 100% regular, straight time weekly pay for non-birthing parents, and 12 weeks of 100% regular, straight time weekly pay for birthing parents), 11 paid holidays, and volunteer time off.