Senior Incident Responder

At Avantor, people are the most important part of our success because they drive our global performance. That's why our Operations, Lab Services, Sales, and many other Avantor teams rely on our talent acquisition initiatives to attract, engage and hire the right talent. Avantor's IT Engineering vertical is a crucial part of this mix, enabling all our internal teams worldwide to grow beyond their limits

We are seeking a Senior Incident Responder to join our growing Security Operations team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience identifying, containing, and resolving cyber threats in a fast-paced environment. As part of this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop proactive threat mitigation strategies and enhance the organization's overall cybersecurity posture.

What we're looking for:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.
• Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience in incident response, SOC operations, or related cybersecurity role.
  • Proficient with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm) and endpoint protection tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, Carbon Black).
  • Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) to automate tasks and investigations.
  • Knowledge of threat intelligence platforms, vulnerability management, and penetration testing concepts.
  • Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-61 (Computer Security Incident Handling Guide), MITRE ATT&CK Framework, and similar industry standards.

Bonus Qualifications

• Certifications such as GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA), GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE), EC-Council's ECIH
• Experience with digital forensics tools (e.g., EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Axiom, Volatility).
• Background in threat hunting and familiarity with advanced persistent threat (APT) tactics.

Who you are:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Team player who can collaborate effectively in a cross-functional environment.

How you thrive and create an impact:

Incident Detection & Analysis

• Monitor and analyze security events, alerts, and indicators of compromise using SIEM tools and other monitoring solutions.
• Perform triage to determine the severity and scope of detected threats.

Incident Response & Containment

• Lead containment, remediation, and recovery efforts across on-premises and cloud environments.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective and timely resolution of security incidents.

Threat Intelligence & Hunting

• Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to identify emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Proactively hunt for anomalous or malicious activity within networks and endpoints.

Reporting & Documentation

• Develop and maintain incident reports, root cause analyses, and lessons-learned documentation.
• Present findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Process Improvement

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of incident response procedures, runbooks, and playbooks.
• Identify tools and technologies that can improve detection, investigation, and remediation capabilities.

Collaboration & On-Call Support

• Participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours incident response support as required.
• Collaborate with SOC analysts, security engineers, and other IT teams to share information and develop joint solutions.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

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