Join the Cybersecurity Team at T.J. Maxx: Protecting the Future of Retail T.J. Maxx, a leading off-price retailer, is seeking a highly skilled Principal Cybersecurity Incident Responder to join its IT Security team. As a key member of the Network Protection Episode Reaction group, you will play a critical role in responding to security incidents, conducting forensic analysis, and driving the development of the Incident Response (IR) program. About the Role The Principal Cybersecurity Incident Responder will lead response efforts for the entire lifecycle of security incidents, from identification to recovery. You will work closely with the Global IT organization to contain and eradicate threats, and communicate technical details to senior leadership and incident coordinators. This is a unique opportunity to drive IR program development, stay up-to-date with the evolving threat landscape, and recommend advanced approaches and technologies to modernize adversary detection and prevention. Key Responsibilities Lead incident response efforts for the entire lifecycle of security incidents, including identification, analysis, containment, eradication, and recovery. Develop and drive IR program development and maturity, including processes and technologies. Engage, mobilize, and manage third-party breach and forensic retainer service providers as needed. Establish and develop forensic programs incorporating cutting-edge processes and technologies from the Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) community. Conduct computer forensics of various data security incidents and suspicious events across the enterprise, including mobile, server, cloud, and digital. Collaborate with SOC Analysts and Incident Coordinators to develop and execute threat-based IR tabletop exercises and simulation scenarios. Work with the SIEM Engineering team to enhance telemetry and visibility for incident detection and investigations. Essential Qualifications To be successful in this role, you will need: Expertise in security incident management methodologies throughout the entire lifecycle, including assessment, containment, recovery, documentation, evidence preservation, and forensics. Proven experience performing hands-on forensic examinations of mobile devices, servers, desktops, tablets, etc., and advanced working experience with at least one forensics tool (e.g., EnCase, FTK, etc.). Significant experience in malware detection, malware analysis, and reverse-engineering malicious code. Extensive hands-on experience with EDR technologies, malicious code analysis, packet capture analysis, identifying indicators of compromise (IOC), threat analysis, anomaly detection, next-generation firewalls (NGFW), security incident and event management (SIEM) technologies, and vulnerability assessment tools. Solid understanding of networking, operating system platforms, relational database management systems, as well as cloud and hosting services. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey cybersecurity concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Working knowledge of compliance and contractual requirements for SOX, PCI, GDPR, etc. Preferred Qualifications To stand out as a candidate, you will ideally have: A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Assurance, or a related field. 3+ years of combined experience in incident response, malware analysis, and forensic analysis. Certifications such as CISSP or equivalent. Career Growth and Learning Benefits As a Principal Cybersecurity Incident Responder at T.J. Maxx, you will have the opportunity to: Develop your skills in incident response, threat analysis, and cybersecurity. Stay up-to-date with the evolving threat landscape and emerging technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive IR program development and maturity. Participate in industry conferences and training events to stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends and best practices. Work Environment and Company Culture T.J. Maxx is committed to creating a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. As a remote worker, you will be part of a distributed team that values flexibility, autonomy, and work-life balance. You will have access to cutting-edge technologies and tools to support your work, and be part of a community that is passionate about cybersecurity and dedicated to protecting the company's assets. Compensation and Benefits T.J. Maxx offers a competitive compensation package, including a salary of $27/hour, as well as a range of benefits and perks, such as: Comprehensive health insurance. Retirement savings plan. Paid time off and holidays. Opportunities for career growth and professional development. Conclusion If you are a motivated and experienced cybersecurity professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Principal Cybersecurity Incident Responder at T.J. Maxx. Join our team and help protect the future of retail! Apply now! Apply for this job