Digital Forensics & Incident Response Consultant - UK & Remote - £60,000 to £80,000 + bonus (5%) + allowance (£4,500) (Ashton-Under-Lyne)

Digital Forensics & Incident Response Consultant

Our client, a globally recognised consultancy with one of the most established and high-performing Cyber Incident Response teams in the UK, is looking to hire new incident response talent. As one of only 9 accredited Tier 1 responders in the UK, this team is trusted by major organisations to lead them through complex, high-stakes cyber incidents.

This is a standout opportunity to join a dynamic, growing team at the forefront of cyber defense.

You’ll gain broad exposure across industries, work on some of the most significant incidents in the UK, and benefit from top-tier training and certifications.

Key Responsibilities of an Incident Response Consultant:

• Lead and coordinate response efforts for high-impact cyber incidents
• Conduct forensic analysis of compromised systems, memory dumps, and network data.
• Provide clients with actionable insights on emerging threats and attacker tactics.
• Collaborate directly with stakeholders during response and recovery engagements.
• Support pre-sales efforts by contributing to bids, proposals, and client pitches.

Key requirements of an Incident Response Consultant:

• Proven hands-on experience managing and investigating cybersecurity incidents. Over 4 years in an incident response consulting position.
• Solid understanding of networks, operating systems, and key programming/scripting concepts.
• Familiarity with a wide range of security frameworks, tools, and methodologies.
• Excellent written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.

Desirable Extras:

• SC or DV clearance, or a willingness to obtain it.

Certifications like;

• CREST Certified Incident Manager (CCIM)
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• A degree (ideally postgraduate) in Cyber Security, Information Security, or a related STEM field.

You must be based in the UK to apply and be able to commute to a local office monthly.