Palo Alto Networks · 4 hours ago
Consultant, DFIR, Reactive Services (Unit 42) - Remote
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
$102K/yr - $140K/yr
2+ years expPalo Alto Networks is a leading cybersecurity company dedicated to protecting digital lifestyles. They are seeking a Consultant for their Unit 42 team to lead incident response engagements, perform forensic investigations, and guide clients through security incidents.
Cloud SecurityCyber SecurityNetwork SecuritySecurity
Responsibilities
Perform reactive incident response functions including but not limited to - host-based analysis functions through investigating Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X systems to identify Indicators of Compromise (IOCs)
Examine firewall, web, database, and other log sources to identify evidence and artifacts of malicious and compromised activity
Investigate data breaches leveraging forensics tools including Encase, FTK, X-Ways, SIFT, Splunk, and custom Unit 42 investigation tools to determine the source of compromises and malicious activity that occurred in client environments
Serve an active role on unit 42, incident response engagements - guiding clients through digital forensics investigations, containment of security incidents, and providing guidance on tactical remediation recommendations
Ability to perform light travel requirements as needed to meet business demands (on average 30%)
Qualification
Required
2+ years of incident response or digital forensics experience with a passion for cybersecurity
Proficient with host-based forensics and data breach response
Experienced with EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, SIFT, Splunk, Volatility, WireShark, TCPDump, and open-source forensic tools
Ability to grow into a valuable contributor to practice and, specifically
have an external presence via public speaking, conferences, and/or publications
have credibility, executive presence, and gravitas
be able to have a meaningful and rapid delivery contribution
have the potential and capacity to understand all aspects of the business and an excellent understanding of PANW products
be collaborative and build relationships internally, externally, and across all PANW functions, including the sales team
Bachelor's Degree in Information Security, Digital Forensics, Cyber Security, Computer Science, related field, or equivalent experience required
Preferred
Incident Response Consulting is highly preferred
Benefits
Restricted stock units
Bonus
Company
Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks is a cybersecurity company that offers cybersecurity solutions for organizations.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$65MKey Investors
Icon VenturesLehman HoldingsGlobespan Capital Partners
2012-07-20IPO
2008-11-03Series C· $10M
2008-08-18Series C· $27M
Leadership Team
Helmut Reisinger
CEO EMEA
Nikesh Arora
Chairman CEO
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