Incident Response Leader at Guardian

Compensation

$95,170 – $156,355/yr

Setup: Hybrid
Location: New York, New York · Holmdel Township, New Jersey
Type: Full-time
Level: Lead

Description

This role involves leading incident response efforts within a collaborative cyber defense environment, focusing on investigating and mitigating high-impact security incidents. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and technical skills, with a background in digital forensics, incident response, or threat mitigation. Responsibilities include acting as a technical lead, refining incident response plans, coordinating with various internal teams, driving continuous improvement of security controls, and contributing to strategic cybersecurity initiatives.

Required Skills

Cybersecurity
Digital Forensics
Incident Response
Threat Mitigation
Public Cloud
SaaS Platforms
AI Models
LLMs
NIST CSF
MITRE ATT&CK
SIEM
Log Analytics Platforms
Insider Threat
User Behavior Analytics (UBA)
U.S. Privacy Regulations

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: 5-7 years of overall cybersecurity experience
Experience with AI models, LLM's and implementing AI for Cyber detection response.
Strong command of incident response methodologies, digital forensics principles, and evidence handling.
Knowledge and experience in threat hunting, malware analysis, attacker techniques, and common vulnerabilities.
Practical experience working with NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, and related security frameworks.
Hands-on experience with SIEM and log analytics platforms including logging, monitoring, insider threat, and UBA concepts.
Ability to translate cyber threat intelligence into actionable detections, mitigations, and response strategies.
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing technical teams.
Preferred Qualifications: BS or MS in cyber security, digital forensics, or equivalent experience and/or industry certifications
Eagerness to grow within the security leadership and obtain experience, ideally in incident response or cyber defense, with a player/coach mindset.
Analytical, curious, and resilient under pressure; able to think structurally and creatively during incidents.
A continuous, lifelong learner with a desire to grow into broader cyber leadership.

About Guardian

Guardian

YA Group is a technical consulting firm delivering forensic engineering, forensic accounting, construction consulting, and advisory services nationwide. Its services also include accident reconstruction and biomechanics, environmental services, government and public sector work, and planning and construction advisory services. It supports clients with analysis across the full claims or project lifecycle and provides expert services through a global network.

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