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Incident Commander, DFIR

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Location: Remote
Compensation: To Be Discussed
Reviewed: Thu, Nov 05, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days

Job Summary

Leading high-impact cyber investigations, the full-time Incident Commander, DFIR will manage complex security incidents remotely, advising executives and stakeholders while guiding organizations through initial response, investigation, containment, and recovery.

Key responsibilities
  • Act as incident commander for complex DFIR engagements from start to finish
  • Serve as the primary client lead, providing guidance to executives, legal counsel, and stakeholders
  • Perform and direct forensic analysis across various environments, translating findings into business risk and remediation guidance
Required qualifications
  • 3-5 years of hands-on DFIR experience in real-world incidents
  • 6-10 years in client-facing consulting or incident response roles
  • Proven experience as an incident commander or senior DFIR lead
  • Strong background in ransomware and complex attack investigations
  • Bachelor's degree preferred in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, DFIR, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience

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