Senior Security Consultant Cyber Incident Response
ESentire
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Job Description
About eSentire
eSentire is on a mission to hunt, investigate and stop cyber threats before they disrupt businesses. We protect the critical data and applications of over 2000 organizations in 80+ countries with a focus on innovation, transparency, and teamwork.
The Role
The Senior Security Consultant Cyber Incident Response is a tactical leader in our Incident Response team. This role drives deep expertise in incident response and digital forensics. The consultant will handle volatile and complex casework ranging from financially motivated breaches to state-affiliated espionage and ideology-driven attacks. You will work closely with our SOC and Customer Success Management teams to ensure fast mobilization, source identification, containment, and quantification of informational losses.
Responsibilities
- Drive deep domain expertise in cyber incident response and digital forensics.
- Lead complex investigations and serve as a tactical force multiplier.
- Collaborate with SOC and Customer Success Management teams.
- Manage all aspects of incident response engagements.
- Mentor junior staff and continually improve service delivery methods.
- Work rotating shifts and be available on-call.
- Travel short periods for on-site client engagements.
Requirements
A four-year degree (or equivalent military/law enforcement experience) and 8-10 years in DFIR are required. Proficiency in digital forensics tools (EnCase, FTK, Axiom, X-Ways) and hands-on experience with cloud-based investigations, threat hunting, and modern cybersecurity tools such as CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Splunk, and others are essential.
Work Location & Compensation
This role is based out of Waterloo, Ontario with a hybrid schedule if within 50 km, otherwise fully remote. The expected base salary range is $125,000-$145,000 CAD, exclusive of bonus, equity, and benefits.
Our Culture and Values
At eSentire, collaboration and innovation drive our success. We value diverse perspectives and encourage candidates from varied backgrounds to apply. Our comprehensive benefits and equity program ensure your growth is rewarded.
Key skills/competency
- Incident Response
- Digital Forensics
- Cybersecurity
- Threat Hunting
- Cloud Investigations
- EDR Tools
- SIEM
- Mentoring
- Client Management
- On-call Readiness
How to Get Hired at ESentire
- Research eSentire culture: Review their mission, values, and team insights.
- Customize your resume: Highlight digital forensics and incident response experience.
- Show proven case leadership: Emphasize handling high-complexity cases.
- Prepare technical examples: Detail successful investigations and tools used.
- Practice clear communication: Be ready to explain technical concepts in layman terms.
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