Incident Response Specialist

About the Role

Our client, a national logistics provider, is seeking a skilled Incident Response Specialist to join their security operations center, operating remotely to support their presence in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This critical role focuses on detecting, analyzing, and responding to security incidents to minimize their impact on the organization. You will work with a dedicated team to investigate breaches, perform forensic analysis, and implement measures to prevent future occurrences. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of security incident response methodologies, forensic tools, and possess excellent analytical and communication skills. This remote position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on a vital sector from anywhere, while supporting critical operations in the Queenstown region.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and systems for signs of malicious activity and security incidents.
• Investigate security incidents, including data breaches, malware infections, and unauthorized access.
• Perform digital forensic analysis on affected systems to determine the scope and impact of incidents.
• Develop and execute incident response plans and playbooks.
• Contain, eradicate, and recover from security incidents effectively.
• Document all incident response activities, findings, and lessons learned.
• Collaborate with internal teams (IT, Legal, Communications) during incident response efforts.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest incident response techniques, tools, and threat landscapes.
• Provide recommendations for improving security posture based on incident analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Forensic Computing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity incident response or digital forensics.
• Proficiency with incident response tools and methodologies.
• Experience with forensic analysis tools and techniques (e.g., EnCase, FTK, Volatility).
• Understanding of operating system internals (Windows, Linux) and network protocols.
• Knowledge of malware analysis and reverse engineering concepts is a plus.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical details.
• Relevant certifications such as GCIH, GCFA, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are highly desirable.
• Experience supporting organizations in the Queenstown, Eastern Cape area or logistics sector is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package for remote employees.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for specialized training in digital forensics and incident response.
• Flexible remote working arrangements.
• Exposure to diverse and challenging security incidents.
• Supportive and collaborative remote team environment.