Incident Response Consultant

Incident Response Analyst Cybersecurity Consultancy (UK-Based, Remote with Travel) We are currently working with an innovative and growing UK-based cybersecurity consultancy to recruit an Incident Response Analyst . This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that provides penetration testing and continuous vulnerability management services to a wide range of clients across sectors. As part of the expanding Incident Response team, the successful candidate will play a critical role in detecting, analysing, and mitigating cyber threats. This role requires strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and the agility to operate in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Conduct initial assessments of security incidents and contribute to incident management. Participate in live Incident Response operations, including digital forensic investigations. Perform security assessments, threat intelligence gathering, and OSINT analysis. Collaborate across departments to ensure a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity. Engage directly with clients to retrieve relevant logs and access infrastructure for forensic analysis. Thoroughly document incidents, including timelines, affected systems, response actions, and improvement recommendations. Produce clear, detailed reports for client delivery. Technical Requirements: Hands-on experience in incident response and investigation using tools such as SIEM, SOAR, and EDR. Proficiency in analysing logs across multiple platforms (Networking, Windows, Mac, Linux, Cloud). Solid understanding of evidence collection and handling procedures. Familiarity with the NIST 800-61 incident response lifecycle, including containment, eradication, and recovery. Experience with digital forensics, chain-of-custody procedures, and forensic tools. Awareness of incident response planning and tabletop exercises. Understanding of frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, the Lockheed Martin Kill Chain, or the Diamond Model. Ability to perform dynamic malware analysis. Desirable Qualifications & Skills: Certifications such as ECIH, Security+, BTL1, CySA+, SC-200. Familiarity with open-source IR tools (e.g., Velociraptor, Eric Zimmerman Tools, Chainsaw, Volatility, SOF-ELK, DFIR IRIS). Scripting or programming experience (Python, Bash, or Go). About You: Experienced in stakeholder management during high-pressure incidents. Strong communication skills and composure under pressure. Able to align incident response practices with industry standards and client expectations. Background in threat intelligence and proactive incident readiness. Self-starter with a collaborative mindset, committed to team success. Additional Info: This is a remote-first role, but occasional travel to client sites and office locations will be required. Candidates must be based in the UK and have the right to work. Sponsorship is not available. SC Clearance eligibility (or meeting the criteria for future SC clearance) is essential. TPBN1_UKTJ