Senior Cyber Incident Response Investigator (all genders)

Accenture GmbH
Mannheim, Germany
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English, German
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Mannheim, Germany

Tech stack

Computer Security
Computer Engineering
Digital Forensics
Network Forensics
Security Software
Security Information and Event Management
Mitre Att&ck
Malware
Information Technology
Cyber Warfare

Job description

Join our international network of Security professionals. You will work with innovative technologies on exciting projects, developing solutions to manage data securely. In particular, you will be able to:

  • Investigate and respond to cyber incidents You analyze security intrusions end-to-end to determine root causes, scope, and impact, using EDR solutions, SIEM data, and threat intelligence sources.

  • Perform forensics and malware analysis You conduct host, network, and log forensics as well as static and dynamic malware analysis to support effective cyber incident response across platforms.

  • Drive threat hunting and attacker analysis You proactively hunt for advanced threats, map attacker behavior to established TTP frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK), and develop high-confidence indicators of compromise. You use adversary insights to strengthen detections, improve response playbooks, and reduce dwell time.

  • Strengthen security through remediation and testing You develop and implement remediation plans and validate incident readiness through simulations and tabletop exercises.

  • Work closely with clients in a project environment You collaborate directly with clients, including on-site work when required, and remain flexible regarding travel depending on business and project needs., * Flexible working models

  • Experienced mentors and project leaders who'll guide you along the way

  • Extensive training and development offers

  • Interesting career opportunities

  • Workplace culture that supports diversity & inclusion

Requirements

Do you have experience in Malware analysis?, * Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity or related fields

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in cyber security, especially cyber defense and resilience, functional and technical experience required
  • Solid hands-on experience in incident response, digital forensics and security operations (e.g. EDR, SIEM) with the ability to identify, analyze and respond to security incidents across different environments
  • Good understanding of network traffic analysis and common Cybersecurity tools to detect and investigate threats
  • Certifications such as BTL1, CISM, CISSP or SANS GIAC are a plus, as well as initial experience working with clients in a consulting environment
  • Your German and English skills are excellent, both spoken and written

About the company

At Accenture, you will be able to bring your innovative vision to the very heart of change, transforming entire market sectors. Shape the future of business and technology by developing cutting-edge solutions capable of generating new value. Your Mission You support organizations worldwide in managing and resolving severe cyber incidents. Using your forensic and incident response expertise, you help uncover root causes, contain threats, and restore trust in critical environments. At Accenture, you shape the environment in which you thrive - with ways of working that suit you. You stay flexible and become part of a team full of unique individuals who make a difference together., In this role, you will be part of Accenture Security. Our mission is to secure the world by delivering on our promise of technology and human ingenuity. With services ranging from strategy and consulting to implementation and operations, we support our clients as a trusted partner throughout the security process. The Accenture Culture: Here, YOU are the catalyst for change Your unique combination of skills, personality, and aspirations sets you apart. When distinct talents, strengths, and perspectives merge, the result is nothing short of extraordinary: ideas that propel the world forward. This is we champion diversity and personal development at Accenture. Create a working environment where you truly thrive; with responsibilities that resonate deeply; and methods that are tailored to your objectives. How you wish to connect, further your development, and personally evolve rests in your hands. This is your career. We are mere facilitators, helping you shape it exactly as you envision.

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