Charles River Associates · 1 day ago
Principal/Digital Forensics, Incident Response & Cybersecurity (Forensic Services practice)
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$175K/yr - $250K/yr
10+ years expCharles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that provides independent economic and financial analysis. The Principal in the Digital Forensics, Incident Response & Cybersecurity role will lead security and privacy investigations, perform forensic analysis, and manage client relationships while supervising project teams and participating in business development efforts.
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Responsibilities
Leading security and privacy investigations for CRA clients, in preparation of, and in response to, data security matters, which may include ongoing theft of trade secret investigations, cyber breach detection, threat analysis, incident response and malware analysis
Performing forensic analysis of digital information using standard computer forensics and evidence handling techniques and computer forensics tools
Serving as primary point of contact for clients with regard to all engagement activities
Supervising project team execution by leading quality assurance efforts and overseeing work product
Identifying opportunities and implementing improvements to increase the abilities of the digital forensic and incident response team
Maintaining effective relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to assist in criminal matters
Creating, leading, and maintaining leveraged team environment that is positioned for continued success and expansion by actively recruiting and retaining employees, and managing team morale
Participating in and leading business development efforts by building relationships with current and potential clients, drafting and presenting proposals, participating in pitches, and demonstrating firm capabilities to potential clients
Providing technical assessment/audit and guidance to clients on the adequacy of cyber security controls in accordance with cybersecurity frameworks that are included in one or more of the following - NIST CSF 2.0, HIPAA, ISO 27001 and 27002, SOC2, NERC-CIP
Assist with team recruiting and training efforts as needed
Qualification
Required
Must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field
10+ years' experience in cyber intrusion investigation, digital forensics or incident response analysis
Ability to effectively lead teams, prioritize multiple projects and meet timely deadlines
Experience in a hands-on technical role functioning as a testifying expert, incident responder, network forensic analyst or malware analyst
Experience leading data analytics engagements and managing the execution of technology-based best practices
Working knowledge of computer hardware components, operating systems, file systems, computer networks, e-mail systems, mobile devices, IT security or incident response
Deep knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, design, traffic flow, protocols, sessions), operating systems (Windows /
ix) and web technologies
Experience performing 'pixel tracking' investigations
Experience in software development lifecycle, full-stack development and performing source code review
Willing and able to travel for client projects
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Life and disability insurance
Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
Paid parental leave
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Commuter benefits
Company
Charles River Associates
Charles River Associates is a consulting firm specializing in financial, litigation, regulatory, and management consulting.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$250M2022-08-22Post Ipo Debt· $250M
1998-04-24IPO
Leadership Team
Paul Maleh
President and CEO
Adam Hart
Vice President
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