Senior Cyber Lead
Quantum Sky
Linthicum Heights, MD
The Role
This position leads digital forensics and incident response operations supporting a major Department of Defense cyber laboratory. Day to day involves directing forensic examinations, overseeing malware and intrusion analysis, managing evidence workflows in an accredited environment, and coordinating with government stakeholders across active cyber investigations.
Skills & Experience
Candidates require hands-on expertise across host-based forensics, network intrusion analysis, memory analysis, and malware triage on Windows, Linux, macOS, and mobile platforms. Familiarity with SIEM platforms, endpoint security tools, and ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation standards is expected, alongside experience analysing APTs and insider threats in DoD or federal contexts.
Who It Suits
This role suits a seasoned forensics or incident response professional comfortable operating in a mission-critical, law enforcement-adjacent environment. Someone who thrives leading technical teams, engaging directly with government clients, and driving process improvements across complex, high-stakes cyber investigations will find this position a strong fit.
Typical advertised salary for Digital Forensics roles in United States: $90,000–$154,000 (median $120,000 — from 170 recent listings analysed by Forensic Focus).
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