Associate Principal/Digital Forensics, Incident Response & Cybersecurity (Forensic Services pra[...]

Associate Principal/Digital Forensics, Incident Response & Cybersecurity (Forensic Services practice)

Join Charles River Associates as an Associate Principal in Digital Forensics, Incident Response & Cybersecurity. CRA is a leading global consulting firm providing economic and financial analysis for litigation, strategic guidance for businesses, and policy advice for governments.

Position Overview

Our Forensic Services team supports integrity by responding to allegations of fraud, misconduct, and non-compliance, deploying cross-trained forensic professionals for deeper insights and faster results. Services include accounting, forensic analysis, and cybercrime investigations.

Responsibilities

• Lead security and privacy investigations, including data breaches, threat analysis, and malware analysis.
• Perform forensic analysis of digital information using standard techniques and tools.
• Serve as the primary client contact for all engagement activities related to cyber incidents.
• Supervise project teams, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Identify and implement team improvements.
• Maintain relationships with law enforcement agencies.
• Build and maintain a high-performing team, recruiting and managing morale.
• Support business development through client relationships and proposals.
• Experience with pixel tracking investigations, source code review, and cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, HIPAA, ISO 27001, SOC2).
• Assist in team recruiting and training.
• Work under counsel's direction during investigations.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 7-10+ years in cyber investigations, digital forensics, or incident response.
• Leadership skills, project management, and technical expertise.
• Knowledge of hardware, OS, networks, and web technologies.
• Willingness to travel for client projects.

To Apply

US applicants should submit a resume with contact details. International applicants should visit our Careers site for available opportunities.

Benefits & Work Flexibility

CRA offers extensive training, a comprehensive benefits package, wellness programs, and support for international employees. We promote a flexible work environment, expecting 3-4 days in-office weekly.

Equal Opportunity

CRA is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination.

Job Details

• Level: Mid-Senior
• Type: Full-time
• Industry: Business Consulting & Services