Incident Response Team Lead

Solution IT Inc. is looking for a Incident Response Team Lead for one of its clients Arlington Heights, IL / Onsite

Job Title: Incident Response Team Lead

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs to identify and analyse potential security incidents.
• Investigate and triage security alerts, assess their severity, and initiate the incident response process as necessary.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of security incidents, including malware analysis, network traffic analysis, and endpoint forensics.
• Lead or assist in responding to security incidents, coordinating with clients and internal teams to contain, eradicate, and recover from security breaches.
• Maintain detailed incident records, including incident timelines, actions taken, and lessons learned.
• Utilize cybersecurity tools such as CrowdStrike and Splunk to enhance threat detection and incident response capabilities.
• Prepare and deliver incident reports to clients and management, including recommendations for improving security posture.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 3-4 years of experience as a SOC or Incident Response Analyst. In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity such as EDR and SIEM , including CrowdStrike and Splunk.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including threat detection, incident response, and malware analysis.
• Knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a fast-paced environment. Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, GCIA, GCIH) are a plus.

Work Site: Arlington Heights, IL / Onsite

Duration: 6+ Months

Expected Start Date: Immediate - 2 weeks