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Sr. Security Consultant - Incident Response

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Freelance

Salary:

165 - 205K yearly

Experience:

Senior (5-10 years)

Work from:

United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Over 5 years of experience in incident response, Deep understanding of security practices and TTPs, Proficiency in forensic tools like EnCase and FTK, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

Key responsabilities:

Lead and coordinate complex incident response engagements
Conduct memory and disk forensics analysis

Stratascale – An SHI Company Information Technology & Services SME https://stratascale.com/

201 - 500 Employees

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Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cyber Security Consultant specializing in Incident Response to join our team. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in the Incident Response (IR) domain, with a proven track record of successfully coordinating IR engagements. This role requires an individual adept in memory and disk forensics and can mentor more junior members.

This position is remote with a Home Office setup as determined by Stratascale management.

About Us

As a digital and cybersecurity services company, Stratascale exists to help the Fortune 1000 transform the way they use technology to advance the business, generate revenue, and respond quickly to market demands. We call it Digital Agility.

To learn more about how we’re shaping the future of digital business and a more secure world, visit stratascale.com.

Responsibilities

Includes, but not limited to:

Lead and coordinate complex incident response engagements.
Conduct comprehensive memory and disk forensics analysis.
Develop and implement IR strategies and playbooks.
Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering professional growth.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture.
Provide expert advice on threat intelligence and vulnerability management.
Present findings and recommendations to executive stakeholders.

Qualifications

Over 5 years of experience in the incident response field
Deep understanding of attacker’s tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
Deep understanding of network and endpoint security
Experience in leading high-stakes, time-sensitive engagements

Required Skills

Extensive experience in incident response and digital forensics
Proficiency in forensic tools and technologies (e.g., EnCase, FTK, Volatility)
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Demonstrated leadership and team management experience
Proficiency in scripting and automation for IR processes
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate and address potential security threats
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality

Certifications Required

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA) or similar certification

Unique Requirements

Attend virtual customer meetings when appropriate 
Travel to customer sites, partner sites, conferences and Stratascale offices up to 20% annually 
Candidate will need to have access to an international airpor t

Additional Information

The estimated annual pay range for this position is $165,000 - $205,000 which includes a base salary and bonus. The compensation for this position is dependent on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location and, therefore, will vary from individual to individual. Benefits may include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending.
Equal Employment Opportunity – M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

Compensation Structure

Base Plus Bonus

Approved Min (Total Target Comp)

USD $165,000.00/Yr.

Approved Max (Total Target Comp)

USD $205,000.00/Yr.