Cyber Incident Analyst

Kforce Inc.

Boston, MA(remote)

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$71–$79

SKILLS

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Cyber Investigation, Email Technology, Forensic Science, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Hunting, Incident Response, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Intrusion Detection Systems, Legal, Linux Operating System, Malware, Malware Analysis, Metrics, Microsoft Windows Azure, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Network Operations Center, On Call, PCI, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Reporting Skills, Root Cause Analysis, Security Attacks, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Infrastructure, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Threat and risk analysis (TRA), U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Writing Skills

LOCATION

Boston, MA(remote)

POSTED

15 days ago

Kforce has a client in need of a Cyber Incident Analyst in Boston, MA. Responsibilities:

Monitor, triage, and respond to security alerts across network, endpoint, cloud, identity, and email systems
Lead complex cyber incident investigations from detection through resolution
Manage multiple investigations and coordinate cross-functional response teams
Perform root cause analysis including malware, forensic, and log analysis
Develop, tune, and maintain threat detection rules and incident playbooks
Analyze and apply threat intelligence to improve detection and response
Communicate incident status, findings, and remediation recommendations to stakeholders
Produce incident metrics, reporting, and security posture insights
Participate in risk assessments and emerging threat evaluations
Provide rotational on-call support for critical incidents

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
10+ years in information security with significant SOC, NOC, or CIRT experience
8+ years of hands-on incident response and threat hunting experience
Advanced knowledge of SIEM, EDR, cloud security, intrusion detection, and malware remediation
Strong experience with forensic analysis tools and malicious code investigations
Expertise with Windows and Linux operating systems
Knowledge of NIST and regulated environments including HIPAA, GDPR, PCI, or FedRAMP
Strong analytical, investigative, and root cause analysis skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with executive reporting experience
Proven ability to operate under pressure during high-severity incidents
Experience with common security tools and platforms such as CrowdStrike, Prisma Cloud, Tenable, AWS, Azure, and GCP
Relevant SANS certifications preferred

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE

1,000 to 1,499 employees

INDUSTRY

Financial Services

FOUNDED

1962

WEBSITE

http://www.kforce.com/