Principal Digital Forensics Incident Response ...

OverviewJoin to apply for the Principal Digital Forensics Incident Response Consultant role at Kivu Consulting (a part of Quorum Cyber).Base pay range$150,000.00/yr - $165,000.00/yrJob DescriptionKivu Consulting’s Incident Response practice is rapidly growing, and we are hiring a Principal Consultant in Incident Response to work with our expansive customer base. We are continuing to enhance our incident response, forensics, and threat hunting team capabilities. By joining Kivu Consulting, you will be part of a highly specialized team to respond to data breaches in complex business environments using a variety of tools and techniques. As a teammate, you will work in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment alongside a diverse and talented team in support our mission of providing world-class incident response services to our clients.Required Knowledge, Skills, AbilitiesMinimum 5-8 years of information security experienceMinimum 3 years of professional consulting experience in a client facing capacityTechnical expertise in at least three of the following areas:Windows disk and memory forensicsNetwork Security Monitoring (NSM), network traffic analysis, and log analysisUnix or Linux disk and memory forensicsStatic and dynamic malware analysisApplied knowledge in at least one scripting or development language (such as Python)Thorough understanding of enterprise security controls in Active Directory / Windows environmentsCloud services such as Azure, AWS and GCPMust be eligible to work in United StatesPreferred RequirementsAbility to leverage project management skills to effectively budget, scope, and execute engagementsAbility to manage multiple projects and manage tight deadlinesSuperior communication skills including precise and detail focused writing abilityAbility to lead a team of highly technical security professionalsAbility to prepare and review customized contracts for IR consulting servicesWillingness to travel up to 30%Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical fieldResponsibilities and DutiesManage consulting engagements, with a focus on incident response and forensics. Provide both subject matter expertise and project management experience to serve as the “point person” for client engagementsRecommend and document specific counter-measures and mitigating controlsAssist with scoping prospective engagements, participating in engagements from kickoff through full remediation, and mentoring less experienced staffIdentify, market, and develop new business opportunitiesDevelop comprehensive and accurate reports and presentations for both technical and executive audiencesUtilize Mcrosoft technology to conduct large-scale investigations and examine host and network-based sources of evidenceMentor staff, providing feedback and coaching, and grow their technical and consulting skillsImprove Kivu's business processes and incident response methodologiesEquipment UsedAll equipment required to perform duties and tasks were previously described.Physical / Environmental FactorsThe physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Kivu Consulting considers applicants for all positions without regards to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital status, veteran or military status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Kivu Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.BenefitsFlexible PTOMedical, Dental, and Vision401kRemote WorkSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionInformation TechnologyIndustriesComputer and Network SecurityWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17