Security Engineer, Incident Response

Our client has an opportunity for a Security Engineer, Incident Response on an initial 3-month contract with expected extensions. The role will provide additional coverage while full-time team members are on leave and will focus on investigating and managing third-party security incidents affecting vendors, suppliers, and business partners. The ideal candidate has experience in incident response, security operations, digital forensics, or threat hunting and can assess third-party security events, determine business risk, coordinate remediation efforts, and communicate findings to stakeholders across the enterprise., * Investigate and respond to third-party security incidents impacting vendors, suppliers, and partners.

• Perform incident triage, containment, eradication, root cause analysis, and remediation activities.
• Analyze security events through log review, forensic analysis, and other investigative techniques.
• Assess residual risk and recommend appropriate remediation actions.
• Track and document incidents within established security tools and processes.
• Prepare reports, briefings, and presentations for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal Incident Response, Security Operations, and Technology teams.
• Follow established Incident Response procedures and security standards.

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance., * 5+ years of overall IT or technology experience.

• 3+ years of experience in information security.
• Experience in Incident Response, SOC Operations, Digital Forensics, Detection Engineering, or Threat Hunting.
• Understanding of information security principles, network and infrastructure security, web application security, operating systems, networking fundamentals, and incident investigation methodologies.
• Experience performing log analysis and security investigations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with technical documentation and report-writing abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Preferred: Python or scripting experience, cloud security across AWS/Azure/GCP, EDR platforms such as CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Tanium, Cortex XDR, SIEM and/or SOAR solutions, and certifications such as CISSP or GIAC (GCIH, GCFA, GCIA, GCED, GSEC).

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please ensure that you are working directly with us by confirming the following

About Eliassen Group: Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve. Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status