Job Summary: The Incident Response Team Specialist is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats and incidents across the organization. This role plays a critical part in protecting sensitive data, minimizing business impact, and strengthening the organization's overall security posture. The specialist will work closely with IT, Security Operations, and other departments to ensure timely and effective incident resolution.
Key Responsibilities: - Monitor security alerts and indicators to detect and respond to cybersecurity incidents in real-time.
- Perform in-depth analysis of logs, network traffic, and other data sources to determine the nature and impact of incidents.
- Lead or assist in incident investigations, containment, eradication, and recovery efforts.
- Document incidents thoroughly and maintain detailed records for audit and post-incident review.
- Participate in root cause analysis and help implement corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders (e.g., law enforcement, vendors) as necessary during incident response efforts.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of incident response plans, playbooks, and procedures.
- Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.
- Provide guidance and training to other team members and departments on security awareness and response readiness.
Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- 2+ years of experience in incident response, cybersecurity operations, or a related role.
- Familiarity with SIEM tools, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint detection, and forensics tools.
- Strong understanding of network protocols, system logs, and threat intelligence platforms.
- Relevant certifications such as CEH, GCIH, GCIA, CISSP, or Security+ preferred.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in high-pressure situations and manage multiple incidents simultaneously.
Preferred Skills: - Experience with cloud security and incident response in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Knowledge of scripting or automation (Python, PowerShell, etc.) for incident response tasks.
- Familiarity with compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).