Cyber Incident Response Analyst

RSM UK

Minneapolis, USA
Base: $68,200 - $81,375; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Analyze suspicious activity
Malware analysis and artifact review
Forensic evidence preservation
The Incident Response Analyst is an entry-level cybersecurity professional responsible for supporting the firm’s Cyber Incident Response Team in identifying, analyzing, containing, and remediating information security incidents

Job Summary

  • The Incident Response Analyst is an entry-level cybersecurity professional responsible for supporting the firm’s Cyber Incident Response Team in identifying, analyzing, containing, and remediating information security incidents.
  • The position requires independent thinking, disciplined decision-making, and the ability to assess risk in ambiguous and evolving scenarios.
  • At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.

Matching Summary

The Incident Response Analyst is an entry-level cybersecurity professional responsible for supporting the firm’s Cyber Incident Response Team in identifying, analyzing, containing, and remediating information security incidents.

Salary

Base: $68,200 - $81,375; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Analyze suspicious activity
  • Malware analysis and artifact review
  • Forensic evidence preservation
  • Document timelines and findings
  • MITRE ATT&CK framework
  • Log analysis and security monitoring

Nice-to-have

  • Independent thinking and judgment
  • Analytical mindset
  • Clear written and verbal communication
  • High integrity and strong ethical standards
  • Curiosity and desire to continuously learn
  • Team-oriented

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Digital Forensics, Computer Engineering, or Cyber Operations
  • Coursework in Network Security and TCP/IP fundamentals
  • Coursework in Operating Systems (Windows and Linux internals)
  • Coursework in Digital Forensics
  • Coursework in Malware Analysis
  • Coursework in Cloud Security (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
  • Coursework in Incident Response methodologies
  • Coursework in Risk Management frameworks
  • Coursework in Legal and regulatory aspects of cybersecurity
  • Familiarity with log analysis and security monitoring tools
  • Basic scripting ability in Python, PowerShell, or Bash
  • Working knowledge of Windows, Linux, and Active Directory environments
  • CompTIA Security+
  • CompTIA CySA+
  • GIAC GCIH
  • GIAC GCIA
  • eLearnSecurity eJPT
  • Microsoft SC-200
  • AWS Certified Security Specialty
  • Cyber competitions, capture-the-flag events, internships in security operations, or prior SOC experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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