Digitial Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Analyst

Why choose FRSecure? We believe information security is fun. We focus on equipping our clients, communities, and employees with knowledge to better protect themselves against risk. Our first core value, we tell the truth, sets a foundation for meaningful relationships and employee growth, ultimately providing the highest quality work in the industry. FRSecure is consistently awarded for outstanding service, industry-leading methodology, organizational growth, and a reputable culture.

FRSecure is comprised of experts on a mission to fix the broken information security industry. We believe that behind every data compromise are people, and everyone deserves to have their data and livelihood protected. We take great pride in what we do and how we do it, and we truly believe we can accomplish our mission. It starts with hiring the right people to help us get there. If this resonates with you, apply now to join our dedicated team!

Benefits and Work Environment: FRSecure is committed to creating a workplace where people can do their best work while staying balanced, supported, and fulfilled. Our culture is rooted in our mission and values, and we believe that flexibility, trust, and wellbeing are essential to long-term success. Here is what you can expect:

• Flexible Work Environment: We empower employees with flexible schedules and remote or hybrid work options.
• Meaningful, Mission-Driven Work: Join a team that is passionate about making a real impact, with opportunities to contribute in a collaborative, values-driven environment.
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Support: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a culture that actively promotes mental wellbeing, open communication, and sustainable work practices.
• Growth & Development: Ongoing learning opportunities and support for professional development to help you grow in your career.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including medical, dental and vision insurance, health savings, flexible savings and dependent care savings account options, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match up to 4%, and pet insurance.
• Generous Time Off: Unlimited paid time off offered to rest and recharge, paid parental leave (6 weeks of 100% regular, straight time weekly pay for non-birthing parents, and 12 weeks of 100% regular, straight time weekly pay for birthing parents), 11 paid holidays, and volunteer time off.

Position Summary: The Digitial Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Analyst is responsible for providing support to clients when they have become or suspect they may be the victim of a cyber-attack. This is done by conducting high quality and timely incident response investigations in environments of varying security maturity including identification and containment phases and advising clients regarding recovery and remediation steps to assist them in returning to normal business operations. Our DFIR Analysts have a blend of proactive project responsibilities, such as leading tabletops and plan coaching, as well as triage and case work.

Working Location: This position is available on a full-time remote basis in the following states only: Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin. Candidates based in Minnesota are preferred but not required. Only candidates located in the United States will be considered. Office headquarters and operational business hours are based in Edina, MN (Central Time).

Application Deadline: November 6, 2026

What Your Day Looks Like as an DFIR Analyst:

• Performing a forensic review of client systems for artifacts and indicators of compromise (IOCs) to further identify, contain, and eradicate malware and/or malicious intruders
• Conducting triage, threat-hunting, and case management for incident response clients
• Documenting detailed evidence, findings, and create a report output
• Meeting with clients during the planning, information sharing, and technical support stages
• Creating and delivering proactive projects to clients including tabletop exercises, plan coaching, assessments
• Conducting regular calls with clients to consult on incident response programs
• Continue education by researching and investigating developments in cyber forensics/attack methodologies; increase existing skillset to handle these matters
• Attending and participating in regular internal meetings
• Participating in on-call rotation, providing timely and effective support to clients, ensuring adherence to service level agreements (SLAs) and resolving issues within established response and resolution times
• Performing periodic after-hours and weekends on-call work

Working Hours: Standard working hours for this position are between 8:00am-5:00pm in the time zone in which the employee is based, with the expectation that there may be client calls, project/task responsibilities, meetings, or other company obligations in which the employee will need to work outside of these hours, as standard business hours are 8:00am-5:00pm Central Time.

This position also includes on-call responsibilities. On-call duty will be 1 week in duration with the on-call assignment being dependent upon the number of Analysts on the team. During the on-call rotation, the employee will be required to monitor an email inbox for incoming CSIRT requests as well as answer incoming calls to the CSIRT after-hours hotline and perform incident triage duties.

Travel: There is minimal travel associated with this position, typically less than 5-10%. Occasional travel includes conferences or on-site client projects as needed, as well as any team or company activities.