Cybersecurity Senior Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Specialist

Raise is hiring a Security Analyst for Our Client, one of North America's leading energy infrastructure companies with operations in natural gas, oil and power industries throughout Canada, the United States, and Mexico. This position is a seven (7) month contract located in Calgary, Alberta. We are actively seeking talented professionals like you to drive these crucial initiatives forward.

Description

The Senior Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Specialist in this role will report to the Manager of Cybersecurity Defense & Response. As a Senior DFIR Specialist, you will play a critical role in our cybersecurity team, helping to protect our organization against digital threats and responding to incidents with the highest level of expertise and precision. In collaboration with business partners and teams across Information Systems (IS), you will be responsible for identifying and responding to cyber security incidents, ensuring appropriate threat mitigation, and continuously improving our detection and response capabilities.

Accountabilities

• Lead and coordinate the incident response team in handling cybersecurity incidents, including data breaches, malware infections, insider threats, and other security breaches.
• Conduct comprehensive digital forensics investigations to identify the origin, extent, and impact of security incidents. Ensure all forensic procedures adhere to industry best practices and legal requirements.
• Analyze and interpret log data, network traffic, and other sources of information to identify items that can be automated and signs of potential security threats or compromise.
• Proactively monitor systems for suspicious activities and take necessary actions to mitigate threats.
• Prepare detailed reports on incidents, investigations, and security risks, providing clear and actionable recommendations for improvements.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, legal, and compliance, to ensure a cohesive approach to incident response and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Remain up to date with the latest industry trends, threat landscapes, malware trends, attack techniques, and emerging technologies to continuously enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to members of the Defense and Response team.
• Effectively communicate threat information and system status to leadership and stakeholders.
• Participate in projects related to the deployment of IS Cybersecurity operations tools and practices.
• Participate in Tabletop exercises related to Incident Response and Business Continuity.
  
  

Required

• 5+ years of Cybersecurity experience
• In-depth knowledge and experience in performing forensic investigations, both on-premises and in the cloud, utilizing a wide array of Cybersecurity tools.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities, enabling you to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and guide them through incident response processes.
• Demonstrated ability to identify requirements/needs, assess solutions and provide recommendations.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex challenges and provide innovative solutions.
• Experience in organizations that support SCADA networks, pipeline operations, and Industrial Plant Control systems is a plus.
• Post-secondary educational program in IT Security or Computer Sciences
  
  

Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply. Connecting professionals like you with meaningful work at industry-leading companies in your field. And we walk the walk, too: as a Certified B Corporation, we believe in using business as a force for good for people, our communities, and the environment.

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