Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Services, or IT Security related field, or equivalent experience with at least 3 years in IT-Security., Minimum of 3 years of experience in Tier 1 & 2 support for a cyber security operation center., Strong experience with digital forensic tools and understanding of code analysis (Powershell, PERL, Python)., Cybersecurity certifications and experience with OT & PCI technologies are preferred..

Key responsabilities:

Serve as the primary point of contact for MTA CSOC & MSSP Cybersecurity Incident escalations.

Interface directly with vendors and third parties regarding compromises.

Conduct forensics on memory, disks, and logs, and perform malware analysis.

Create incident reports for executive management and provide recommendations to prevent similar incidents.

Job description

This is a remote position.

*PLEASE NOTE THIS POSITION WILL ALLOW CONSULTANT TO WORK REMOTELY. HOWEVER, AS Security Threat Intelligence, DUTIES WILL OCCASSIONALLY NECESSITATE CONSULTANT TO WORK ONSITE. THEREFORE, WILL BE CRITICAL FOR THE CONSULTANT TO BE LOCAL TO NYC AND ABLE TO TRAVEL TO OUR OFFICE WITHOUT ISSUE, AS NEEDED (AT THEIR OWN EXPENSE).

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is seeking a highly technical Incident Response & Forensics Specialist. This position is a part of the IT Threat Intelligence group within the Cyber Security Operations Center and will be expected to provide direct support to the 24/7 Cyber Security Monitoring group as needed. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Serving as a primary point of contact for MTA CSOC & MSSP Cybersecurity Incident escalations
Interfaces directly with vendors & third parties for notified/observed compromises
Forensics on memory, disks, and logs
Malware analysis (dynamic & static)
Involvement in full incident response lifecycle
Processes evidence in accordance with Chain of Custody
Creates Incident reports to brief to executive management
Provide recommendations to prevent similar incidents
Assist the Threat Intelligence group in other functions including
Threat Intelligence / Threat Hunting
Threat Readiness
Cyber Content Engineering & Automation

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Services, or IT Security related field –Or- A satisfactory equivalent with at least 3 years of IT-Security experience.
Minimum of 3 years of experience Tier 1 & 2 support for cyber security operation center.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience with performing incident response functions & investigations

Skills:

Excellent communication skills
Strong experience with digital forensic tools
Strong understanding and analysis of code such as Powershell, PERL, Python
Cybersecurity certifications (preferred)
Experience with OT & PCI technologies (preferred)

Benefits

At Lynx Technology Partners, we believe in taking care of our team. That's why we offer a fantastic benefits package that includes health and welfare benefits, life insurance, retirement plans, paid holidays, and the flexibility of remote work options.

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. At Lynx, we celebrate and support individuals from all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.

Come join us at Lynx Technology Partners! Be a part of our dynamic, forward-thinking team that is passionate about safeguarding digital environments and helping our clients navigate the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape. We can't wait to welcome you!

Salary:

$105,000.00

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