Principal/Cybersecurity & Incident Response (Forensic Services practice)

As a Principal in Cybersecurity & Incident Response at Charles River Associates, you will lead investigations related to security and privacy matters, supervise project teams, manage incident response activities, and provide guidance to clients on cybersecurity practices. Your role will involve forensic analysis and maintaining relationships with law enforcement, all while expanding our team's capabilities.

Applicants for the Principal Cybersecurity & Incident Response position at Charles River Associates should hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field, possess over 10 years of experience in cyber intrusion investigations or incident response, and demonstrate strong leadership skills. Hands-on experience in digital forensics and technology-based best practices is essential.

At Charles River Associates, you will experience a work culture focused on collaboration, mentorship, and inclusivity. As a Principal in Cybersecurity, you’ll have the flexibility of office and remote work while engaging in ongoing professional development through training programs and internal firm development activities.

Charles River Associates is committed to your growth as a Principal in Cybersecurity through robust skills development programs that offer over 100 hours of training annually. You will have opportunities for technical training, presentation skills improvement, and performance coaching from senior colleagues, helping you thrive in your career.

The incident response approach at Charles River Associates involves a hands-on strategy where you will lead in recognizing and responding to security breaches. This includes threat analysis, breach detection, and efficiently managing the incident response team to ensure prompt resolution.

Yes! Charles River Associates fosters a flexible work environment. As a Principal in Cybersecurity, you will typically work three to four days a week in the office while enjoying the ability to work remotely during certain times of the year, providing a balanced approach to work and personal commitments.

As a Principal in Cybersecurity & Incident Response at Charles River Associates, you will work with a diverse range of clients on security-related investigations, responding to threats and incidents, and advising on compliance and integrity issues across various sectors.

In your answer, focus on specific examples of past incidents you led, the types of threats faced, how you mobilized your team, and the outcomes of those incidents. Highlight your hands-on experience with incident response protocols and any tools you've utilized.

Share a specific example that details the complexities of the case, the techniques you employed in your forensic analysis, and the impact of your findings on the investigation. Mention any collaboration with law enforcement or legal teams.

Discuss your methods for staying current, such as attending workshops, following industry news, participating in professional organizations, or taking relevant courses. Emphasize the importance of continuous learning in the fast-evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Focus on methods like regular training drills, implementing new technology, creating playbooks for potential threats, and fostering a culture of communication within the team. Tailor your strategies to align with the goals of Charles River Associates.

Explain your approach to maintaining transparency and communication with clients during incidents. Share how you ensure they are kept informed and reassured, while also working effectively to resolve the incident promptly.

Talk about your knowledge of frameworks such as NIST CSF, HIPAA, or ISO 27001. Provide examples of how you’ve used these frameworks to assess risk or guide clients in improving their cybersecurity posture.

Enumerate the forensics tools you've utilized, such as EnCase, FTK, or open-source alternatives. Describe how you applied them in investigations and the benefits they provided in terms of efficiency or accuracy.

Share your strategies for prioritization, such as assessing project urgency, resource allocation, and how you communicate with your team to ensure deadlines are met without compromising quality.

Discuss vital qualities such as empathy, decisiveness, and accountability. Provide examples of how these qualities have enabled you to lead teams successfully in high-pressure environments related to cybersecurity.

Choose a significant accomplishment that showcases your skills and impact in the field. Explain the situation, what actions you took, and how it benefited your organization or clients.