Primary Technical Incident Responder (Cyber Response Team) Australia / New Zealand – Mid level

The Role

This position leads the technical response to cybersecurity incidents across the full lifecycle, from identification and containment through to recovery. Day-to-day work spans forensic investigations, threat hunting, tabletop exercises, client reporting, and mentoring senior responders, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality outcomes for clients.

Skills & Experience

Candidates require deep expertise in DFIR, including advanced forensic tooling and threat intelligence analysis. Experience managing end-to-end incident response engagements is essential. A degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related discipline is expected, and relevant professional certifications are advantageous at this mid-level position.

Who It Suits

This role suits an experienced DFIR practitioner who is comfortable leading technical teams under pressure, communicating complex findings to senior stakeholders, and balancing reactive incident work with proactive engagements. Those looking to step into a primary technical leadership role within a large professional services environment will find it compelling.