Charles River Associates · 3 months ago
Associate Principal/Cybersecurity & Incident Response (Forensic Services practice)
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $170K/yr
7+ years expCharles River Associates (CRA) is a leading global consulting firm specializing in economic and financial analysis. They are seeking an Associate Principal in their Forensic Services practice to lead security and privacy investigations, perform forensic analysis, and supervise project teams while maintaining client relations and improving incident response capabilities.
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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 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 incident response activities including malicious code, unauthorized access, and inappropriate usage
Supervising project team execution by leading quality assurance efforts and overseeing work product
Improving the ability of the incident response team to react to incidents by evaluating and implementing new tools and processes
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
Working at the direction of counsel on investigations
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field is preferred but can be waived with sufficient experience
7-10+ 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 / *nix) and web technologies
Willing and able to travel for client projects
Benefits
100 hours of training annually through formal and informal programs
Comprehensive total rewards program
Superior benefits package
Wellness programming to support physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being
In-house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers
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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