Incident Response Specialist - 100% onsite

Job Brief: We are seeking a diligent Incident Response Specialist to join our team. This role involves managing and responding to security incidents, performing detailed investigations into breaches, and developing strategies to prevent future infractions. Our ideal candidate is a critical thinker with a deep understanding of cyber threats and vulnerabilities, and a strong knowledge of IT systems and security infrastructure.

Responsibilities:
Monitor and analyze alerts from various security tools and respond to incidents accordingly.
Perform detailed forensic analysis and investigation into incidents and breaches.
Develop strategies and procedures for incident response and prevention.
Communicate complex security incidents and technical information to both technical and non-technical staff.
Create incident reports and maintain comprehensive documentation.
Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders during incident responses.
Conduct regular checks and audits to identify vulnerabilities or breaches.
Provide training to team members on incident response procedures.
Stay up-to-date on the latest information security trends and threat intelligence

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
2+ years of experience in incident response or a related field.
Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices.
Experience with forensic analysis tools and techniques.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills