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Surefire Cyber Inc. · 1 day ago

Director, DFIR (Remote)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

$185K/yr - $200K/yr

Surefire Cyber is redefining the incident response model by delivering a swifter, stronger response to cyber incidents. As a Director of Digital Forensics and Incident Response, you will lead and oversee complex client-facing incident response engagements, guiding clients through the entire incident response lifecycle from detection to recovery.

ComputerCyber SecurityNetwork Security

Responsibilities

Build and cultivate strong client relationships based on trust, open communication, and collaborative problem-solving

Work closely with the Chief Delivery Officer, the broader Engagement Lead team, and the Forensic Consulting team to lead and oversee active client-facing incident response engagements, to guide clients through the entire incident response lifecycle from detection to recovery

Conduct scoping calls with clients to define the incident scope, objectives, and expectations of each engagement, providing regular client updates

Work closely with the Project Management team, other Engagement Leads and the Forensic Consulting team to ensure effective coordination of resources and expertise on client matters

Provide well-informed solutions that go beyond immediate client challenges to achieve long-term security goals

Communicate complex cybersecurity concepts both internally and externally and produce clear and concise verbal and written reports detailing incident findings, and analysis

Invest in career development and provide mentorship to a team size ranging from 3-5 Forensic professionals and/or members of the Principal Engagement Lead team

Openly share knowledge and information with team members cultivating a culture of continuous learning, and staying up to date on industry trends, emerging threats, and best practices

Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and clients to refine and document incident response processes and best practices

Partner with Product and Marketing to contribute to Surefire Cyber content and attend various industry conferences or events as needed

Provide after-hours (on-call/weekend rotational) support as required to address critical incidents and maintain continuous coverage

Qualification

Digital ForensicsIncident ResponseCybersecurity EngagementsLinux Security InvestigationsWindows Security InvestigationsCloud Security AWSCloud Security AzureCloud Security GCPForensic Tools ELKForensic Tools AxiomForensic Tools FTKMentorshipTeam LeadershipCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, related degree, or relevant professional work experience in these disciplines

Former professional experience in leading and managing active cybersecurity engagements, including incident response, digital forensics investigations, and interaction with clients, legal counsel, and cyber insurers

Former professional experience in providing mentorship and career development, leading teams ranging in size from 3-5 members

Experience in conducting security investigations in Linux and Windows environments

Understanding of cloud platforms and security considerations within AWS (Amazon Web Services), Azure, and GCP (Google Cloud Platform)

Knowledge of digital forensic artifacts and tools such as ELK, Axiom, Encase, FTK (Forensic Tool Kit), Volatility, or Open-Source tools

Proficiency in conducting forensic analysis, threat assessments, and post incident reviews

Eagerness to learn from team, grow your knowledge, and teach your colleagues

Ability to provide after-hours (on-call/weekend rotational) support as required to address critical incidents and maintain continuous coverage

Benefits

Competitive compensation plan and total rewards package for team members

Remote workforce

Generous paid time off plan and floating holidays

Paid parental leave

Employer paid premiums for both team members and their dependents for medical, dental, and vision

Comprehensive health, vision, dental, 401K matching program, disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Life and AD&D benefits.

Professional development and career advancement opportunities

We prioritize employee growth and development through a robust performance management platform to provide ongoing coaching, clear feedback, recognition, and opportunities for career growth.

Company

Surefire Cyber Inc.

Surefire Cyber delivers swift, strong response to cyber incidents such as ransomware, email compromise, malware, data theft, and other threats with end-to-end response capabilities.

Founded in 2022