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About the Role

The Senior Incident Response Forensic Analyst is a highly technical member of the Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) team, responsible for conducting forensic investigations of network intrusions in Active Directory environments and Business Email Compromises (BEC). The Analyst will also assist with technical initiatives and mentor junior analysts.

Responsibilities

Conduct forensic investigations for organizations that have suffered attacks from targeted or commodity threats.
Perform host forensic analysis on Windows, Linux, and Mac OS systems.
Perform network analysis using various tools and log sources.
Assist with or conduct forensic acquisition and analysis from Azure, AWS, and GCP environments.
Leverage tooling to contain and eradicate threat actor presence during live intrusion events.
Understand malicious binary and script capabilities through basic static and dynamic analysis.
Make tactical recommendations for compromised client organizations.
Communicate executive and detailed findings verbally and in writing.
Present technical findings to assist external legal counsel with understanding potential regulatory implications.
Communicate investigation-relevant items to deescalate situations and present a coherent strategy.
Scope new cases and lead update calls.
Stay current with DFIR field developments and integrate new developments into processes.
Partner with internal teams to publish blogs on threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and vulnerabilities.
Mentor junior analysts on technical and soft skills.
Participate in weekday escalation and weekend/holiday on-call schedules.
Conduct audits and peer reviews of incident reports.
Foster information sharing and collaboration.

Requirements

Two or more years of professional experience in digital forensics and incident response or similar cybersecurity roles.
Ability to respond to inquiries and work beyond normal business hours as needed.
Advanced knowledge of host-based forensics, network analysis, and data breach response.
Advanced knowledge of current attack vectors and cybersecurity trends.
Ability to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) from newly released exploits with limited documentation.
Experience with IR and forensic tools (e.g., Magnet Axiom, Encase, FTK, X-Ways, SIFT, open-source tools).
Experience with commercial Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), network monitoring, and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.
Analysis of disparate forensic artifacts.
Ability to draw sound conclusions despite gaps or ambiguity in evidence.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Team mentorship and knowledge sharing abilities.
Candidates interviewing remotely are expected to be on camera during all video interviews.
Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with AWN’s Information Security policies.
Background checks are required for this position.
Employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations.

Skills

Digital forensics
Incident response
Active Directory environments
Business Email Compromises (BEC)
Host forensic analysis (Windows, Linux, Mac OS)
Network analysis
Azure
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Threat actor containment and eradication
Static and dynamic analysis of binaries and scripts
Communication (executive and detailed)
DFIR
TTPs
Vulnerabilities
Malware analysis
Reverse engineering

Location

Global

Work Type

Full-time
On-call

Experience Level

Senior
Two or more years professional experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Security, Digital Forensics, Computer Science, or other related field (Preferred)
GCFA, GCFE, ACE, EnCE, or similar training and certification (Preferred)

Salary/Compensations

7,719,000 to 21,497,000 JPY annually

Benefits

Equity for all employees
Flexible time off
Paid volunteer days
Training and career development programs
Comprehensive private benefits plan (medical, mental health, dental, disability, life, AD&D, value-added services)
Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health services
Fertility support
Paid parental leave
Labour Insurance Benefits (Workers Accident Compensation, Employment Insurance)
Social Insurance Benefits (Health Insurance, Employees’ Pension Insurance)
Paid vacation and volunteer days off

About the Company

Arctic Wolf is a global leader in security operations, dedicated to ending cyber risk through industry-leading operations, threat intelligence, and a people-first approach.
The company has over 3,000 Pack members worldwide, fostering a collaborative culture where employees can do meaningful work.
Arctic Wolf has received recognition on Forbes Cloud 100, CNBC Disruptor 50, Fortune Future 50, and Fortune Cyber 60 lists, and won the 2024 CRN Products of the Year award.
They are recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Managed Detection and Response Services and earned a Customers' Choice distinction from Gartner Peer Insights.
Their Aurora Platform received CRN’s Products of the Year award.
Arctic Wolf fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, recognized by awards like Top Workplace USA, Best Places to Work – USA, Great Place to Work – Canada, Great Place to Work – UK, and Kununu Top Company – Germany.
The company is committed to bold growth, customer satisfaction (over 7,000 customers worldwide and 2,000+ channel partners), and shaping the future of security operations.
Arctic Wolf values diversity and inclusion, encouraging unique perspectives through their Pack Unity program.
They practice corporate responsibility, having joined the Pledge 1% Movement.
The company is driven by a mission to End Cyber Risk and engage with communities.

Equal Opportunity

Arctic Wolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law.
Arctic Wolf is committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, respectful, and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities.
They strive to make the entire employee experience as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for candidates and employees with disabilities and/or other specific needs.
Candidates requiring accommodations should notify recruiting@arcticwolf.com.