Job Description :
Leadership & Strategy
- Lead and mentor the incident response (IR) team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
- Develop, implement, and maintain the organization’s incident response strategy, processes, and playbooks.
- Act as the primary escalation point for significant cybersecurity incidents.
Incident Management
Oversee the detection, analysis, containment, eradication, and recovery phases of cybersecurity incidents.Coordinate cross-functional teams and third-party vendors during incident response efforts.Ensure timely reporting to stakeholders, including executive management and regulatory bodies, as required.Threat Analysis & Forensics
Conduct root cause analyses of incidents and oversee digital forensics investigations.Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to stay ahead of emerging threats and ensure proactive response measures.Training & Preparedness
Organize regular tabletop exercises and incident simulations to prepare the team and stakeholders for real-world scenarios.Develop and deliver training programs to enhance the technical capabilities of the IR team.Compliance & Reporting
Ensure incident response practices align with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS).Prepare detailed incident reports and lessons-learned documentation for internal and external audiences.Preferred Skills :
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.10–15 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a minimum of 5 years in incident response or security operations leadership roles.Deep understanding of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK).Proficiency with incident response tools (e.g., SIEM, EDR, SOAR platforms) and forensic tools.Strong knowledge of network security, malware analysis, and threat hunting techniques.Exceptional communication and crisis management skills.Preferred Qualifications :
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).Experience working in regulated industries or government organizations.Familiarity with AI-driven incident detection and response toolsRegards
Shyam J
Senior HR Analyst
106-109, Anna Salai, Guindy, Chennai – 600032
M : +91 9840833416
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