Incident Response Analyst, Specialist

Develops, implements, and manages the incident management program and operations. Acts as a point of escalation for junior peers.

Core Responsibilities

• Leads the incident response team in addressing and managing the aftermath of a security breach or attack. Manages the resolution of the most complex security related issues elevated from staff and clients.
• Consults on the development of multi year incident action plans and leads the implementation. Ensures the delivery of solutions in a timely manner.
• Reviews and oversees incident requests, priorities, escalation, and resolution activities. Works to ensure a balance between operational and information security needs. Identifies computer security requirements for new systems and or processes under development.
• Monitors and improves the documentation and reporting processes for incident status and results. Identifies opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of processes and procedures.
• Partners with stakeholders across the enterprise to identify and analyze vulnerabilities. Consults on incident management and mitigation.
• Represents the department in meetings with leadership and audit team. Applies results of audits and determines resolution strategy.
• Trains and coaches junior staff on incident response procedures and serves as an escalation point for inquiries and issues.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of five years related work experience, with at least three years of information technology or security experience.
• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or information technology-related field or equivalent combination of training and experience required. Graduate degree preferred.