Incident Response Security Consultant

About the Role

The Incident Response Security Consultant at Google is responsible for helping clients prepare for and respond to cyber security threats. You will leverage your knowledge in computer science, operating systems, networking, cloud services, and forensic analysis to manage high-profile incidents, perform threat hunting, and advocate for robust security practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal and customer teams to investigate and contain incidents.
• Recognize and codify attacker TTPs and IOCs for investigations.
• Conduct host and network forensics, log analysis, and malware triage.
• Support clients through forensic analysis and threat mitigation engagements.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity or a related field or equivalent practical experience; 3 years of relevant investigative and incident response experience; ability to travel up to 25% and proficient English communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Cloud platform certifications; experience in security competitions and CTFs; strong communication skills across diverse audiences; excellent time and project management.

About Google Cloud, Mandiant

Part of Google Cloud, Mandiant is a leader in dynamic cyber defense and incident response. The team combines frontline breach response, advanced threat intelligence, and machine intelligence to safeguard clients worldwide.

Key skills/competency

• Incident Response
• Forensics
• Cybersecurity
• Network Analysis
• Malware Triage
• Threat Hunting
• Cloud Security
• Communication
• Project Management
• Technical Analysis