Digital Forensics and Incident Response Specialist – Cloud DevOps Full Time

Description:

• We are seeking a skilled and motivated Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Specialist to join our cybersecurity team.
• The ideal candidate will be our subject matter expert in Cloud DevOps.
• Investigating and responding to cybersecurity incidents, conducting digital forensic investigations, and implementing strategies to prevent future incidents.
• This role requires deep technical expertise within Linux Cloud Investigations with strong analytical skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Lead and coordinate responses to cybersecurity incidents, including identification, containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Analyze and investigate security breaches to determine the root cause and impact.
• Conduct digital forensic investigations on a variety of digital devices, including computers, mobile devices, and network systems.
• Collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and analyze security alerts and threat intelligence to identify potential security incidents.
• Conduct threat hunting activities to proactively identify and mitigate security threats.
• Prepare detailed incident reports, including findings, recommendations, and remediation plans.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of all incident response activities and forensic investigations.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to implement security controls and best practices to prevent future incidents.
• Conduct post-incident reviews to identify lessons learned and improve incident response processes.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams on incident response procedures and digital forensics best practices.
• Develop and deliver security awareness programs to educate employees on cybersecurity threats and safe practices.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, legal, compliance, and external vendors, to support incident response and forensic investigations.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates and ensure alignment with incident response plans.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of proven experience in digital forensics, incident response, or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of Cloud native digital forensics tools and techniques, including EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, or similar platforms.
• Experience with incident response frameworks and methodologies, such as NIST, SANS, or similar.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and security technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits:

• Base pay: $150,000 – $180,000 + Plus Bonus and Stock Options
• This position may also be eligible for other types of compensation in addition to base salary, such as variable bonus and/or stock bonus.