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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Forensics - Crisis and Investigations - Cyber Response - Manager - **Company:** Ernst & Young LLP - **Location:** Houston, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $104,800.0 - $192,300.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Information Systems, Content Analysis, Digital Forensics, Information Technology - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/7C72B66E1EBA434A9D665CF6991CAC58/job/ ## About the Role * A bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, cybersecurity or a related field. * 5 to 8 years of experience in cyber incident response, data breach response, digital forensics, privacy consulting, cybersecurity consulting, risk advisory, or related disciplines. * Deep understanding of security threats, vulnerabilities, and incident response, to include the ability to digest threat intelligence and apply it to client engagements. * Be familiar with a basic understanding of legalities surrounding electronic discovery and analysis. * Strong understanding of privacy and data protection regulations, including notification and reporting requirements across multiple jurisdictions. * Experience supervising engagement teams and reviewing work products. * Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information to executive-level stakeholders. * Proven ability to lead teams and manage multiple concurrent engagements in a fast-paced environment. * Excellent executive communication, stakeholder management, and client-facing consulting skills. * Strong negotiation and influencing skills, and the confidence to communicate complex technical concepts to a wide range of audiences * Achieved or be willing to pursue related professional certifications such as GCFE, GCFA, GCIH, CISA, CISM, CISSP, or CCIM. * The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. * Access to reliable transportation to/from the EY office and client sites. A driver's license is strongly recommended as ride share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations. Ideally, you'll also have * Experience working with Fortune 500 companies. * Experience in industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, energy, infrastructure, or the public sector. * Experience working with law enforcement, both domestic and internationally, in the cyber incident response or related crisis management field. What we look for * Demonstrated integrity in a professional environment. * Ability to work independently, while also being able to contribute to a cohesive team environment under crisis conditions. * Have a global mind-set for working with different cultures and backgrounds. * Excellent social, communication, and writing skills. * Knowledgeable in business industry standard security incident response process, procedures, and life cycle. * Excellent organizational skills, teaming skills, and strong attention to detail. ## Description We are seeking an experienced Manager to lead client engagements involving cyber incidents, data breaches, and information security events. This role focuses on the post-incident response phase, helping clients assess impacted data, evaluate legal and regulatory obligations, coordinate remediation activities, and manage stakeholder communications. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to clients and executive stakeholders while leading multidisciplinary teams through complex breach response and recovery efforts., * Lead end-to-end breach response engagements following incident containment and forensic investigation. * Direct the assessment and analysis of impacted data sets to determine potential exposure of sensitive, confidential, regulated, or personal information. * Coordinate cross-functional teams including cybersecurity, privacy, legal, forensic, compliance, and client stakeholders. * Advise clients on notification, regulatory, contractual, and reporting obligations arising from security incidents. * Oversee data review, document analysis, impact assessments, and decision-making related to affected individuals and organizations. * Develop executive-level reports, client deliverables, regulatory submissions, and board-ready communications. * Guide clients through remediation planning and implementation, including process improvements and control enhancements. * Manage large-scale projects involving multiple workstreams, tight deadlines, and significant stakeholder engagement. * Provide strategic counsel to client leadership during high-profile and business-critical incidents. * Mentor and develop engagement teams while ensuring quality and consistency of client deliverables. Skills and attributes for success * Lead engagement teams and provide oversight of technical analyses and client deliverables. * Analyze findings in investigative matters and develop fact-based reports. * Ability to identify and articulate opportunities for improvement while helping drive lessons learned activities. * Demonstrate strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills. * Coach, mentor, and develop staff and senior team members through active feedback and professional development. * Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and support business development initiatives. * Work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Leverage technology and innovation to enhance engagement delivery and team effectiveness. * Application of emotional intelligence and calm under pressure. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [AI Space Factories, Hacking Self-Driving Cars & Detecting Deepfakes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1812-ai-space-factories-hacking-self-driving-cars-detecting-deepfakes) - [ChatGPT vs Google: SEO in the Age of AI Search - Eric Enge](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1287-chatgpt-vs-google-seo-in-the-age-of-ai-search-eric-enge) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Best Companies to Work For in Berlin: Top 14 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/188-best-companies-to-work-for-in-berlin-top-14-companies-in-2023) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)