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Principal Consultant, Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) (Remote)

Surefire Cyber · Remote · Remote

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About Surefire Cyber

Surefire Cyber delivers a swifter, stronger response to cyber incidents such as ransomware, email compromise, malware, data theft, and other threats. Backed by ForgePoint Capital.

About the role

You are a seasoned cybersecurity professional specializing in Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR), with extensive experience, including client-facing roles, sophisticated forensic analysis, and a proven track record of independently managing investigations of varying sizes and complexities. Committed to continuous learning, you actively seek opportunities to expand your knowledge base, contributing to the team's collective expertise. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Demonstrate genuine curiosity, a commitment to continuous learning, and contribute valuable insights to support the team's knowledge growth
  • Forensically lead incident response engagements, working with other team members to guid e clients through the entire incident response lifecycle from detection to recovery
  • Conduct advanced forensic analysis to identify the scope and impact of security incidents meticulously and precisely , including malware analysis and reverse engineering when necessary
  • Independently manage investigations ranging in size and complexity such as Business Email Compromises and Ransomware engagements
  • Identify , articulate , and explain attack vectors, threat tactics, and attacker techniques to guide mitigation and prevention efforts
  • Convey complex forensic findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders clearly and understandably
More about this role

Surefire Cyber is redefining the incident response model by delivering a swifter, stronger response to cyber incidents such as ransomware, email compromise, malware, data theft, and other threats. Our client-centric approach reduces stress and provides clients the confidence needed to prepare, respond, and recover from cyber incidents – and fortify their cyber resilience after an event.

Surefire Cyber’s approach and delivery are designed by industry veterans who have worked shoulder-to ­shoulder with law firms, insurance carriers, brokers, law enforcement, and impacted organizations in responding to cyber incidents. We are marshaling this experience to address the industry’s persistent challenges of efficiency, predictability, and transparency.

You are a seasoned cybersecurity professional specializing in Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR), with extensive experience, including client-facing roles, sophisticated forensic analysis, and a proven track record of independently managing investigations of varying sizes and complexities. Committed to continuous learning, you actively seek opportunities to expand your knowledge base, contributing to the team's collective...

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