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Senior Associate/Recovery Services (Forensic Services practice)

Charles River Associates
Location
Boston, MA, United States; Chicago, IL, United States; Dallas, Texas, United States; Houston, Texas, United States; New York, NY, United States; Oakland, CA, United States; Washington, DC, United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Forensic Services
Salary
$130,000 - $152,500
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5-7+ years in cybersecurity incident response, digital forensics, or enterprise recovery
  • 3+ years leading engagements or teams
  • Experience leading large-scale ransomware recovery or complex intrusion matters
  • Strong command of hybrid Microsoft identity architecture
  • Experience working under legal privilege
  • Ability to scope and price engagements accurately
Nice to have
  • Certifications such as CISSP, GCFA, GCIH, CISM
  • Prior consulting experience at a professional services firm
  • Existing relationships with breach counsel or cyber insurance carriers
  • Experience testifying or supporting expert work product in litigation
  • Background in security assessment methodologies and compliance frameworks
What the job really is

The Senior Associate in the Forensic Services practice at CRA leads incident response and recovery engagements, managing the entire process from scoping to final reporting. This role involves directing consultant teams, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring the quality of deliverables while contributing to practice development and business growth. The position requires strong leadership in high-pressure situations and effective communication with executives and legal counsel.

Benefits
  • 100 hours of training annually
  • Comprehensive total rewards program
  • Wellness programming for physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being
  • In-house immigration support
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Things to weigh
  • Incident response work may require surge periods, including nights and weekends
  • Candidates should be prepared for a significant in-office presence, at least 3 to 4 days a week
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