Incident Response Specialist

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Rapid7 Full time

Rapid7 is a leading provider of security data and analytics solutions. Our company is known for its innovative approach to incident response, and we are looking for talented professionals to join our team.

The estimated salary for this role is $120,000 - $180,000 per year, depending on experience.

Job Description

This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires strong technical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for cybersecurity. As an Incident Responder at Rapid7, you will be responsible for leading and supporting incident response engagements, from detection and containment through forensic analysis and remediation.

  • You will partner with Incident Responders, MDR Analysts, and Customer Advisors to deliver positive customer outcomes.
  • You will support proactive incident response service engagements, including compromise assessments and incident simulations.
  • You will utilize Rapid7 technologies like InsightIDR and Velociraptor to drive incident response efforts.
  • You will deliver verbal and written updates and forensic reports to customers.
  • You will assist in capturing and deploying knowledge of latest attacker methodologies with members of our Managed Threat Operations team and as part of Rapid7's Emergent Threat Response program.
  • You will collaborate with peers and cross-team partners on process enhancements and documentation.
  • You will participate in pre-sales conversations with prospective customers, Sales enablement sessions, webinars, and other business development opportunities.
  • You will advise and mentor members of our MDR SOC and Managed Threat Operations teams.

This role requires a strong background in technical incident response, with a minimum of 1-2 years of hands-on experience. You should have a solid understanding of three or more areas, including forensics, network traffic analysis, log review, malware triage, and cloud technologies. Strong communication skills, time management abilities, and a desire to continuously learn and grow are essential for success in this role.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • 1-2 years of hands-on, technical incident response experience
  • Strong technical experience in three or more areas: forensics, network traffic analysis, log review, malware triage, and cloud technologies
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong time management and prioritization skills in fast-paced situations
  • Desire to continuously learn and grow from your peers and on the job experiences

We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment, where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. If you are excited about this role and feel your experience can make an impact, please don't hesitate to apply.



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