At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead incident response engagements and coordinate with stakeholders during cyberattacks.
- Company: Join a top-tier DFIR team at Sophos, a leader in cybersecurity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional growth, and the chance to work on high-profile incidents.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in cybersecurity while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Expertise in forensics, incident response, and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 $ per year.
This senior consulting position sits within an elite DFIR team, leading end-to-end incident response engagements for organisations that have suffered cyberattacks. Day-to-day responsibilities include running customer-facing calls, delegating investigative tasks, coordinating with legal and insurance stakeholders, and producing executive summary reports with MITRE ATT&CK-mapped timelines and remediation guidance.
Candidates should bring strong expertise across computer, network, cloud, memory and email forensics, alongside proven incident response leadership on high-profile incidents. Familiarity with threat hunting, OSINT, web application security, and penetration testing is valued. Experience with Sophos technologies and industry-standard forensic tooling is advantageous.
This role suits a seasoned DFIR professional who combines deep technical forensic knowledge with the communication and leadership skills needed to manage both technical teams and senior client stakeholders under pressure. Those comfortable operating in fast-moving, high-stakes incident environments will thrive here.
Typical advertised salary for Incident Response roles in Canada: C$95,000–C$158,000 (median C$130,000 — from 47 recent listings analysed by Forensic Focus).
Senior Incident Response Consultant 2 employer: Forensic Focus Limited
At Google Cloud, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. As a Senior Incident Response Security Consultant in Alberta, you will benefit from unparalleled growth opportunities, working alongside industry leaders while tackling high-stakes challenges. Our commitment to employee development, coupled with the chance to make a significant impact in cybersecurity, makes us an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
