About the job
As an Incident Response Consultant, you will deliver cutting-edge incident response, assessment, transformation, managed detection and response, and training services, providing expert tactical support. Your responsibilities will include helping organizations enhance their threat detection and response capabilities while mitigating business risk before, during, and after an incident. You will resolve security incidents with speed, precision, and scalability, executing comprehensive incident response protocols such as investigation, containment, remediation, and crisis management. In this position, your work will span engagements that involve guiding clients through technically intricate and high-profile incidents, conducting forensic analysis, threat hunting, and malware triage.
As part of Google Cloud, Radiant stands at the forefront of dynamic cyber defense, threat intelligence, and incident response solutions. Our reputation as a trusted leader in cybersecurity is built on the expertise that security professionals and corporate executives worldwide rely on. With unmatched frontline experience in responding to some of the most sophisticated breaches, nation-state-level threat intelligence, machine intelligence, and industry-leading security validation, Radiant possesses unparalleled insight into today’s advanced threats.
Oversee daily operations to ensure seamless workflow and adherence to established protocols. Collaborate cross-functionally with teams to align objectives and drive project milestones forward. Monitor performance metrics, identify inefficiencies, and implement corrective actions to optimize productivity. Maintain compliance with industry regulations and internal policies through rigorous oversight and documentation. Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, addressing inquiries and escalating issues as needed. Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by mentoring team members and promoting best practices.
Conduct thorough small-scale incident response investigations and oversee associated workstreams to facilitate additional inquiry efforts.
Conduct comprehensive host, network, and log-based forensic investigations to identify, analyze, and document cybersecurity incidents, ensuring thorough and accurate evidence collection for further analysis or legal proceedings.
Compile comprehensive customer reports by aggregating and analyzing data from diverse sources, such as forensic insights, threat intelligence feeds, network infrastructure devices, and additional telemetry streams.
Deliver technical information in a structured, accessible manner to diverse audiences, including both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
To stay abreast of evolving threats, proactively research and integrate the latest tools, methodologies, and industry best practices for identifying and mitigating tactics, techniques, and procedures employed by nation-state, financially motivated, or opportunistic threat actors.
Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as computer science, engineering, or mathematics, or equivalent practical experience. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in programming languages like Python, Java, or C++, along with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Additional requirements include experience with software development methodologies, version control systems (e.g., Git), and familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential to convey technical concepts effectively to diverse stakeholders.
A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, a related technical discipline, or comparable hands-on experience is required.
Proficiency in conducting full-cycle incident response investigations, analysis, or containment measures for a minimum of five years is required.
A minimum of five years of hands-on investigative expertise in network forensics, malware triage analysis, cloud forensics, or disk and memory forensics is essential.
Requires a minimum of five years of hands-on experience with Linux or Unix systems.
Proven proficiency in Python programming is essential for this role.
The role may necessitate travel commitments of up to 30% of the time.
We seek candidates with the following preferred qualifications: a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, at least three years of industry experience, proficiency in key software tools, and strong problem-solving abilities. Additionally, familiarity with regulatory standards, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record of project leadership are highly desirable.
Required certifications include credentials from recognized cloud platforms.
Proficiency with security competitions, capture the flag (CTF) challenges, or platforms like Hack the Box, Trackmen, and Overtire is required.
Exceptional skill in presenting investigative insights and action plans to technical teams, senior management, executive leadership, legal advisors, and both internal and external stakeholders is essential.
Proven ability to articulate complex information clearly and persuasively to senior leadership, ensuring alignment and driving informed decision-making.
Demonstrates strong organizational abilities to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively while providing guidance and support to junior consultants as required.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
