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Senior Incident Response Analyst

Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Tue, Oct 20, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days

Job Summary

Serving as the senior technical lead for computer and network incident detection and response, the full-time Senior Incident Response Analyst will investigate cybersecurity incidents, perform forensic analysis, and maintain expertise in vulnerabilities while working in a hybrid remote environment with occasional onsite needs in Washington, DC.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead detection, triage, analysis, and investigation of complex cybersecurity alerts and incidents
  • Perform forensic analysis, evidence preservation, and data recovery for computer and network intrusions
  • Coordinate incident response processes and collaborate with system owners and stakeholders for containment and recovery
Required Qualifications
  • U.S. citizenship is required
  • More than 10 years of experience in cybersecurity incident response
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
  • Senior industry certification such as CISSP or equivalent
  • Demonstrated technical or management leadership on major tasks or technology assignments

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