Highlights
Position Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cyber Security Incident Response Lead to serve as the technical authority during cybersecurity incidents across hybrid cloud and on-prem environments. Ideal candidates are strategic thinkers with proven leadership in high-stakes cybersecurity investigations, strong communication skills, and a passion for maturing SOC capabilities.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | VA |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 50 to 99 employees |
| Year Founded | 1993 |
| Website | http://www.qednational.com/ |
Description
Position Title: Cyber Security Incident Response Lead
Location: Texas (Teleworker)
Clearance Requirements: Public Trust Clearance
Pay Rate: Competitive salary based on experience
Position Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cyber Security Incident Response Lead to serve as the technical authority during cybersecurity incidents across hybrid cloud and on-prem environments. This role involves leading incident response efforts, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and driving rapid threat containment and eradication. Ideal candidates are strategic thinkers with proven leadership in high-stakes cybersecurity investigations, strong communication skills, and a passion for maturing SOC capabilities. Join a dynamic team dedicated to safeguarding critical infrastructure and supporting federal agencies.
Top Requirements:
- 10+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience, including 6+ years in incident response or digital forensics and incident response (DFIR) roles
- Demonstrated leadership in managing large-scale incidents affecting cloud environments (AWS preferred)
- Deep expertise in digital forensics, log analysis, SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk), EDR platforms (e.g., Trellix), and network analytics
- Strong understanding of frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, NIST SP 800-61, and the cyber kill chain
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to brief senior leadership under pressure
- U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain Public Trust 6C clearance
Desired Skills & Certifications:
- Relevant cybersecurity certifications such as GCIA, GCFA, GCFE, GCIH, GFN, or similar vendor-specific IR/forensic credentials
- Experience mentoring SOC responders and maturing incident response programs
- Knowledge of threat intelligence, threat hunting, and enterprise logging in cloud environments
About Seneca Resources
At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm, we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.
When you work with Seneca, you're choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.
Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
About Company
QED National is a certified Women-Owned Business Enterprise with WBE certification in New York City, New York State, New Jersey and Delaware. A trusted IT advisor to both public and private sector customers, QED National is headquartered in New York City with offices in Albany, NY. Driven by 24 years of industry expertise and guided by strong, ethical practices, QED National helps clients achieve their business objectives by providing innovative IT consulting, reliable staff augmentation and scalable technology solutions that are custom tailored for their needs. Our outstanding service has earned us an extraordinary client retention rate of ninety-five percent.
PRACTICE AREAS
Cyber / Information Security
- Assessments and consulting
- Advanced security technologies and implementation support services
IT Management Consulting
- Data Analytics
- Project & Program Management
- Enterprise Architecture and Systems Engineering
- Governance, Risk & Compliance
- IT Strategy
IT Staff Augmentation
- Providing highly qualified, reliable consultants at cost-effective rates, backed by our reputation for integrity & professionalism
Technology Solutions
- A comprehensive portfolio of products and services including, but not limited to RSA, Checkpoint, Information Builders, Commvault, EMC and Schneider Electric/APC
QED National is led by a strong management team, under the direction of founder and president, Colleen Molter. Working with selected organizations, chosen for their outstanding products and support services, QED National delivers expert solutions ranging from IT assessments and governance to intelligent data storage and staff augmentation. It all adds up to comprehensive, customized IT business solutions.
Esteemed Clients and Sustained Growth
A New York City and New York State Certified Women-Owned Business Enterprise, QED National is a privately held company in continuous operation since 1993. Recipient of New York City, New York State, Florida, California and Fortune 500 contracts, QED National is proud to have sustained success and growth, including “Inc. Magazine’s 5000 Fastest Growing Firms in America” for nine consecutive years —2009 through 2017. View our full roster of awards.
QED National humbly, yet firmly, acknowledges its reputation among its clients as a partner that responds diligently—and expeditiously—to provide the highest quality services. The QED National team ambitiously looks forward to all future opportunities to provide such services.