Cybersecurity

Digital Forensics & Incident Response Analyst Full-time Job

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Kivu Consulting

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience performing data breach response, in addition to knowledge in security risk assessments, reactive incident response, and computer forensics (ransomware is a plus). This person will carry out a high level of customer service and communication with clients around the country, deploying various technical, analytical, and legal tactics in a fast-paced environment.

 

Summary of Responsibilities

  • Participate in engagements related to preemptive data breach response; analytic and reporting for litigation, data breaches, and regulatory response; workplace and employment issues, including theft of trade secrets, and; investigations related to network breaches/unauthorized access of data through computer forensics and incident response
  • Deliver exceptional client services, including communicating with the client throughout the entire project lifecycle to better understand client needs
  • Remain highly responsive and ensure all deadlines are met
  • Perform data breach response, cyber risk/security assessments, and remain involved in phases such as penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and log configuration
  • Engage with attackers directly to resolve cyber extortion incidents
  • Participate in CSIRP development and gap analysis, tabletop exercises, incident response and computer forensics, and data breach response with best practices
  • Experience with scan/assessment tools such as Metasploit, Nessus, Burp Suite, Core Impact, and/or others
  • Handle web application exploitation, server and client-side attacks, and protocol subversion
  • Perform IT System and Network Audits; write technical reports
  • Remain abreast of computer networks, hardware, communications, and connectivity

 

Qualifications and Required/Preferred Experience

  • 1-3 years of relevant experience described above; prior experience consulting in the private sector is a major plus
  • Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Security, or other related fields is preferred
  • Certifications: SANS, EnCE, CISSP, or other relevant security certifications are preferred
  • Familiarity with Windows, Linux, Mac, and UNIX systems
  • Proficient in one of more of the following languages: C, C++, Visual Basic, Python, Ruby, JavaScript, Perl
  • Knowledgeable of encryption and encoding methods, communication protocols, and algorithms
  • Enthusiastic about delivering the highest quality results to clients on time and on budget
  • Able to triage multiple cases simultaneously
  • Self-driven to deliver the highest level of results for clients


Desired candidate profile:

Education requirement:

Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree

US Citizenship Requirement : 

N/A

Certifications Name : 

CISSPSANS

Clearance Level : 

N/A


Company Profile

Kivu Consulting

  • Since 2009, Kivu has provided incident response, risk management, and forensics investigation services to clients throughout the globe. Kivu is well known in the cyber security industry for our high level of technical expertise and legally sound, practical business solutions. We are the leading provider of digital forensic services to the cyber insurance community in North America and Europe.


Overview:

  • Location: Phoenix, AR, Denver, CO, Washington, DC
  • Job Title: Digital Forensics & Incident Response Analyst
  • Job details: Posted on: August 29, 2024 05:19 PM Company Name: Kivu Consulting
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