Principal DFIR Consultant - Remote (Anywhere in the U.S.)

📋 Description

• Oversight & QA: Serve in the Oversight role on complex or high-severity engagements, reviewing
• Lead on Critical Engagements: Step in as engagement Lead on the most complex or sensitive
• Advanced Technical Execution: Conduct advanced host forensics, network analysis, malware reverse
• Surge Capacity: Serve as a trusted surge resource for the team during high-volume periods
• Methodology Ownership: Design, document, and maintain DFIR investigation methodologies, playbooks
• Mentorship: Actively mentor Senior Consultants and Analysts; provide guidance on technical

🎯 Requirements

• 8+ years of hands-on DFIR experience, including complex incident response and forensic
• 10+ combined years of IT and information security experience.
• Demonstrated experience in a Lead or senior technical role on high-severity engagements
• Expert-level proficiency across multiple DFIR disciplines: host forensics, network forensics, log
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex technical findings
• Proven track record of mentoring and developing junior and mid-level technical staff.

🎁 Benefits

• Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions
• Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for
• Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
• 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment