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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$93K - $125K *

Lead incident response efforts and manage complex security incidents while mentoring SOC analysts. Enhance forensics capabilities and drive continuous improvement in security operations through effect...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in investigating and analyzing diverse cybersecurity incidents. Collaborate with SOC analysts to manage complex investigations and enhance incident response strategies for varied custo...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $235K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic incident response team, ensuring quality investigations and proactive threat hunting while driving continuous improvement and fostering a high-performance culture...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Execute security measures by analyzing incidents, conducting audits, and managing vulnerabilities to protect networks and systems. Collaborate on improving security infrastructure and ensuring complia...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $154K *

Advance operational excellence by leading the standardization and rationalization of alert management processes, ensuring actionable alerts, improved operational coverage, and enhanced incident respon...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $149K *

Drive strategic relationships with top analysts to enhance positioning and influence cybersecurity insights. Utilize AI tools to innovate workflows and improve analyst engagement, shaping the future o...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $187K *

Partner with us to lead and manage critical incident response efforts, enhance security postures, and provide strategic recommendations to clients while mentoring junior team members in best practices...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $94K *

Accelerate your career by managing moderate complexity projects to enhance data security and clinical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support incident response and improve user exp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$103K - $120K *

Champion the organization’s IAM initiatives by managing user access, ensuring compliance, and enhancing security practices across diverse applications and systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to imp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Shape security resilience through hands-on incident response leadership, driving efforts from triage to resolution while collaborating with cross-functional teams to fortify defenses and resolve compl...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $122K *

Champion security operations by monitoring, analyzing, and responding to incidents. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues while mentoring junior analysts and enhancing customer infrastructure throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $124K *

Elevate your career by leading technology compliance initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to IT controls and standards. Drive progress by mitigating risks and enhancing...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive and elevate Enterprise Resilience by designing and implementing frameworks that ensure continuity in patient care and operations. Collaborate across teams to enhance crisis management, cyber res...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Pioneer cybersecurity risk management efforts, ensuring compliance with DoD regulations while managing risk assessments, vulnerabilities, and business continuity plans in a dynamic IT environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Join an innovative team as you lead AI security efforts, crafting secure frameworks for AI initiatives. Your expertise will shape the organization's AI strategies, ensuring robust security across all...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $269K *

Transform cybersecurity incident response by leading investigations, guiding teams, and shaping strategies. Leverage expertise in digital forensics and client engagement to manage crises effectively a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Launch your career as a Security Operations Analyst, where you'll enhance security infrastructure, drive incident response, and partner with IT teams to strengthen defenses in a dynamic and impactful...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance information security through monitoring, incident response, and proactive threat detection. Collaborate with experts to strengthen protocols and systems, ensuring a secu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic security operations team to proactively hunt, analyze, and respond to advanced cyber threats. Leverage your expertise to enhance organizational defenses and mento...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Serve as a senior-level professional managing complex inquiries, delivering exceptional customer support services on justice programs, and ensuring client satisfaction across multiple communication ch...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer the all-source targeting function for our Scam Disruption team, setting standards and mentoring investigators. Lead complex cases and collaborate with law enforcement to disrupt multimillion-d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$128K - $139K *

Unlock potential by defending enterprise environments through advanced cyber threat hunting, detection engineering, and incident response in a dynamic, AWS-focused setting that prioritizes integrity a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Champion strategic initiatives by aligning technical teams and stakeholders. Leverage analytical and communication skills to drive clarity and progress across complex projects, ensuring optimal collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Empower your career by supporting critical cybersecurity measures for a major Air Force program. Ensure robust security across classified and unclassified environments to maintain compliance and safeg...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring IT service continuity by developing robust disaster recovery strategies, conducting assessments, and driving enhancements to readiness for mission-critical sys...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.