The Brattle Group
Cybersecurity Incident Response Specialist Boston, Massachusetts, United States
The Brattle Group, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Cybersecurity Incident Response Specialist The Brattle Group, a privately held, global economics consulting firm, is looking for a
Cybersecurity Incident Response Specialist
to join our
Boston, MA
office. The Cyber Security Incident Response Specialist (IRS) is responsible for identifying, containing, and mitigating cybersecurity incidents that impact the firm’s infrastructure, systems, or data. Reporting to the Manager of Cybersecurity, the IRS plays a key role in defending the enterprise against malicious activity by leading real-time response efforts and proactively improving detection and containment capabilities. Responsibilities
Monitor SIEM and other security tools for abnormal activity and triage alerts in real time. Lead investigation and containment of security incidents involving malware, phishing, data leakage, unauthorized access, and system compromise. Perform forensic analysis on compromised endpoints and servers to identify root causes and indicators of compromise (IOCs). Develop, refine, and implement incident response playbooks for different threat scenarios. Provide detailed documentation and post-incident reporting, including lessons learned and remediation strategies. Coordinate with IT and Legal teams on incident disclosure and evidence preservation. Continuously evaluate incident response tools and techniques for improvement. Participate in threat-hunting activities and red/blue team exercises. Perform regular Tabletop exercises (TTX) for simulations to test the firm’s ability to respond to cyber security incidents. Maintain thorough documentation of incident response procedures and timelines. Assist with updates to business continuity and disaster recovery plans as they relate to cybersecurity events. Support audit and compliance requirements by maintaining evidence of security incidents and actions taken. THE CANDIDATE
BSc in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or equivalent experience 3–5 years of experience in cybersecurity operations with a strong focus on incident response Familiarity with tools like CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Splunk, Wireshark, or equivalent Understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework, malware analysis, and digital forensics Familiar with Windows and Linux operating systems, PowerShell scripting, and packet analysis Relevant certifications such as GCIH, GCFA, CEH, or CISSP Experience in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare, legal) Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST SP800-53, and SOC 2 incident handling Note: The original content contained additional employment forms and notices which are not reproduced here. This refined description retains the core responsibilities, qualifications, and employer statements relevant to the role. Salary and Benefits
Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below. The anticipated base gross salary range for this position in Boston, MA is $105,000–$115,000 annually. Actual salary will depend on a variety of factors, including experience and training. Brattle offers a competitive benefits package and a bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY The Brattle Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, citizenship status, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
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Cybersecurity Incident Response Specialist
to join our
Boston, MA
office. The Cyber Security Incident Response Specialist (IRS) is responsible for identifying, containing, and mitigating cybersecurity incidents that impact the firm’s infrastructure, systems, or data. Reporting to the Manager of Cybersecurity, the IRS plays a key role in defending the enterprise against malicious activity by leading real-time response efforts and proactively improving detection and containment capabilities. Responsibilities
Monitor SIEM and other security tools for abnormal activity and triage alerts in real time. Lead investigation and containment of security incidents involving malware, phishing, data leakage, unauthorized access, and system compromise. Perform forensic analysis on compromised endpoints and servers to identify root causes and indicators of compromise (IOCs). Develop, refine, and implement incident response playbooks for different threat scenarios. Provide detailed documentation and post-incident reporting, including lessons learned and remediation strategies. Coordinate with IT and Legal teams on incident disclosure and evidence preservation. Continuously evaluate incident response tools and techniques for improvement. Participate in threat-hunting activities and red/blue team exercises. Perform regular Tabletop exercises (TTX) for simulations to test the firm’s ability to respond to cyber security incidents. Maintain thorough documentation of incident response procedures and timelines. Assist with updates to business continuity and disaster recovery plans as they relate to cybersecurity events. Support audit and compliance requirements by maintaining evidence of security incidents and actions taken. THE CANDIDATE
BSc in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or equivalent experience 3–5 years of experience in cybersecurity operations with a strong focus on incident response Familiarity with tools like CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Splunk, Wireshark, or equivalent Understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework, malware analysis, and digital forensics Familiar with Windows and Linux operating systems, PowerShell scripting, and packet analysis Relevant certifications such as GCIH, GCFA, CEH, or CISSP Experience in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare, legal) Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST SP800-53, and SOC 2 incident handling Note: The original content contained additional employment forms and notices which are not reproduced here. This refined description retains the core responsibilities, qualifications, and employer statements relevant to the role. Salary and Benefits
Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below. The anticipated base gross salary range for this position in Boston, MA is $105,000–$115,000 annually. Actual salary will depend on a variety of factors, including experience and training. Brattle offers a competitive benefits package and a bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY The Brattle Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, citizenship status, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
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