Digital Forensics and Incident Response Advisory - Manager

Digital Forensics and Incident Response Advisory - Manager

Location:

Tysons Corner, VA

Department:
Advisory | Function:
Risk Advisory

The Manager will lead and mentor the incident response and forensics team, managing complex cybersecurity incidents including APTs, ransomware, data breaches, and insider threats. The role is 100% on‑site at the Cohn Reznick Tysons Corner office.

• Perform computer/digital forensics work on real investigations using various forensic tools and techniques.
• Create forensic images of computers, cell phones, and other electronic devices under investigation.
• Conduct deep‑dive forensic analysis of endpoints, servers, and mobile devices to determine root cause, scope, and impact of an intrusion.
• Serve as lead on incidents, managing resources, presenting findings and advising the client.
• Monitor own work and that of the team on assignments to ensure high quality and value to the client.
• Assist in briefing clients and attorneys.
• Mentor junior analysts, providing technical guidance and skill development.
• Remediate impacted systems, building and configuring computers/servers, firewalls, and other key network infrastructure.
• Monitor servers and network infrastructure for anomalies and assist in diagnosis.
• Lead vulnerability scanning and remediation efforts.
• Conduct and lead cybersecurity assessments using various industry benchmarks and frameworks.
• Assist in developing new service lines and bringing them to market.

• 6+ years of experience in hands‑on technology roles with a proven track record of service delivery.
• 4+ years of experience in digital forensics and incident response.
• Proficiency with DFIR tools such as KAPE, Velociraptor, Volatility, Elasticsearch, Sentinel One, Falcon, EnCase, and others.
• Mastery of operating system internals and forensic artifacts (Windows, Linux, or macOS).
• Deep understanding of M365 security and forensics analysis techniques.
• Problem‑solving skills and ability to learn quickly.
• Strong business writing and communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and desire to meet client demands.
• Ability to multi‑task in a dynamic team environment.
• Ability to author detailed, high‑quality technical reports for various audiences, including executive leadership and legal counsel.
• Willingness to assist on non‑DFIR engagements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field required.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, GCFE, EnCE, ACE, CEH) are a plus.
• Experience administering Microsoft Windows, Windows Server, and Microsoft 365 environments.
• Experience with AWS security and incident response.

Salary range in Virginia: $100,000 to $180,000. Total rewards include performance bonus, generous paid time off, expanded parental benefits, learning and development platforms, and opportunities for volunteer time off.

Cohn Reznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters. If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact CR This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.