Incident Response Analyst Jobs

An Incident Response Analyst is an IT professional responsible for reacting to potential security threats and breaches. Find them on Ladders for $100K+ opportunities.

A Day in the Life of an Incident Response Analyst

On a day-to-day basis, they identify, investigate, and neutralize threats, keeping their organization's data safe and secure.

Qualifications Required

Typically, a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, as well as experience in handling cybersecurity issues, are required.

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$80K - $110K *

Advance your career by leading incident response efforts in a dynamic IT environment. Coordinate multi-team activities to restore operations efficiently, ensuring compliance with best practices and dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $224K *

Drive your career with a key role in incident response management, collaborating across business units to enhance security protocols. Leverage your experience to automate defenses, develop strategic s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Elevate your cybersecurity career by joining our team to identify, analyze, and mitigate security threats. Collaborate with clients, respond to incidents, and enhance protections while continuously de...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $165K *

Drive high-impact threat intelligence analysis by leading complex investigations and producing actionable insights to enhance the cybersecurity posture of the financial sector, mentoring junior analys...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's on the front lines of cybersecurity, leading high-severity incident response, driving technical investigations, coordinating multi-department efforts, and enhancing SOC maturity aga...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in fortifying national cybersecurity through expert SOC management, incident response, and continuous operational resilience, while guiding a high-performing 24x7 team in tackling comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $164K *

Engage in leading complex incident response and forensic investigations for clients facing cybersecurity incidents. Deliver expert guidance and support, ensuring rapid containment and recovery while m...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Analyze security incidents and enhance SOC operations by escalating alerts, executing incident responses, and improving detection mechanisms. Collaborate with teams to mitigate threats and mentor juni...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$66K - $110K *

Lead the charge against cyber threats by delivering top-tier monitoring and response solutions. Collaborate with a skilled team to analyze security events, drive incidents to resolution, and empower c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Champion enterprise cybersecurity by conducting vulnerability scans and analyses, ensuring compliance with DoD standards, and collaborating across teams to enhance system security and mitigation effic...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $160K *

Support cybersecurity efforts by analyzing threats, creating actionable intelligence, and mitigating risks to protect sensitive IT assets in a fully remote environment. Collaborate with teams to enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $207K *

Drive proactive cyber threat detection and incident response initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures. Utilize extensive technical knowledge and analytical s...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $92K *

Drive cybersecurity efforts within a portfolio setting, ensuring system security and compliance with federal guidelines while supporting VA Health Portfolio projects to improve care for Veterans and h...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Join our team to analyze and evaluate network events in a 24/7 SOC, conducting threat hunting and collaborating with MDR Analysts. Develop incident reports, improve SOC processes, and provide actionab...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Analyze security events and monitor SIEM to enhance organizational cybersecurity. Collaborate with teams to detect threats, coordinate incident responses, and continuously improve threat detection pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $208K *

Join a dynamic team to drive security incident response by leading technical efforts across global infrastructure, enhancing threat mitigation processes, and automating solutions to improve organizati...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Help us drive security excellence across product lines while leading teams towards effective incident response and vulnerability management. Utilize your expertise in application security to enhance c...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $191K *

Transform incident management through innovative tooling and automation, fostering collaboration across security and engineering. Stay ahead of the latest threats to enhance detection and response acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading a dynamic incident detection and response team. Drive investigations, enhance defenses, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to foster a robust secu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping and enhancing an embedded intelligence program while mentoring a team of analysts to deliver actionable insights on emerging threats across global operations in a fast-paced...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Drive IT security excellence by developing robust methodologies, policies, and standards. Shape comprehensive risk management practices and training programs in alignment with national security requir...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's vital to advancing Government Identity Management. As a Triage & Assessment Analyst, you'll lead the evaluation and integration of applications into centralized systems, empowering...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $99K *

Transform business strategies using data-driven insights while managing Power BI dashboards and advanced analytics to enhance operational decision-making and support strategic initiatives for growth a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$107K - $147K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing global business continuity and crisis management. This role entails hands-on responsibility for developing and implementing strategies to ensure operational r...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining threat intelligence by transforming high-volume data into actionable insights across security, cyber, and geopolitical threats. Your expertise will directly impact client...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an Incident Response Analyst?question toggle

    An Incident Response Analyst is an IT professional who is responsible for reacting to potential security threats and breaches. They identify, investigate, and neutralize threats, ensuring their organization's data is secure.

  • What qualifications do I need to become an Incident Response Analyst?question toggle

    Typically, a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field is required. Experience in cybersecurity is also often necessary.

  • Where can I find Incident Response Analyst jobs?question toggle

    You can explore professional Incident Response Analyst opportunities that pay $100,000 and more on Ladders.