[Remote] Senior DFIR Consultant
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. IronGate Cybersecurity LLC is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Digital Forensics Consultant to join their Professional Services Team. This role involves leading digital forensic investigations, mentoring junior analysts, and developing strategies to respond to cyber incidents.
Responsibilities
- Lead and conduct complex digital forensic investigations and analyses, including but not limited to ransomware, Business Email Compromise (BEC), unwanted intrusion, third party breaches, and advanced malware analysis
- Utilize and oversee the use of forensic tools and software (Axiom, EnCase, X-Ways, and open source tools)
- Develop and implement digital forensic strategies and best practices across the team
- Identify processes that can be automated to improve the team’s efficiency
- Prepare and review detailed reports and documentation of findings for both technical and non-technical audiences
- Mentor and train junior analysts in digital forensic techniques and practices
- Communicate complex technical findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders, breach counsel, clients, and executive management
Skills
- Over 3 years of professional experience in digital forensics, incident response, or cybersecurity, with a proven track record of leading complex investigations
- Advanced knowledge of cyber threat landscapes, digital forensic principles, and legal considerations
- Expertise in using a wide range of forensic tools and software, with specific experience in CrowdStrike Falcon
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Strong leadership abilities and excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Certifications in digital forensics or cybersecurity (e.g., EnCE, GCFE, GCFA, CCFP, CEH, CISSP)
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
- Extensive experience in digital forensics or incident response and management
- Prior experience mentoring or leading a team
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