Cybersecurity Analyst

Location: New York, NY

Duration: Full Time

Position Overview:

Client is seeking experienced cybersecurity professionals to join our Incident Response Retainer (IRR) pool. This role involves on-demand response to security incidents, including forensic investigations, malware analysis, and ransomware containment, while also providing strategic support and readiness training throughout the year.

This is a flexible, retainer-based engagement, ideal for individuals with deep experience in cybersecurity incident handling, digital forensics, and enterprise threat mitigation.

Key Responsibilities:

Respond to Cybersecurity Incidents:

Provide both remote and on-site response to confirmed or suspected security events.

Support incident types including malware infections, data breaches, fraud, insider threats, and ransomware.

Forensics & Investigations:

Conduct digital forensics, log analysis, and evidence preservation across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments.

Perform malware analysis and reverse engineering.

System Restoration & Threat Mitigation:

Assist in restoration of compromised systems and negotiation efforts during ransomware events.

Facilitate threat actor communication and resolution when required.

Fraud & Special Investigations:

Support investigations related to fraudulent activity, providing forensic and legal documentation as needed.

Strategic Advisory:

Review and recommend improvements to cliet Incident Response Plan and IR Playbooks.

Offer up-to-date insights on threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices.

Training & Exercises:

Lead an annual tabletop exercise simulating real-world attack scenarios.

Provide ad hoc threat hunting or incident simulation support.

Preferred Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in incident response, cyber forensics, or security operations.

Experience working with public sector, financial, or regulated entities.

Deep familiarity with: EDR/XDR tools (CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, etc.)

Cloud and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Chain of custody and legal evidence handling

Ability to work under pressure in time-sensitive situations.

Relevant certifications such as GCFA, GCIH, CISSP, CISM, or CEH a plus.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.