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Senior Associate Cybersecurity Incident Response Forensic Services practice

Charles River Associates
Toronto, Ontario
Full Time
Posted December 18, 2025
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Job Description

The Senior Associate at CRA's Forensic Services practice conducts digital forensic investigations, manages incident response efforts, and provides cybersecurity assessments to clients, supporting legal and compliance matters while leading team activities and business development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute security and privacy investigations, including breach detection, threat analysis, incident response, and malware analysis
  • Perform forensic analysis of digital information using computer forensics techniques and tools
  • Evaluate and implement new tools and processes to improve incident response capabilities
  • Maintain relationships with law enforcement agencies to assist in criminal matters
  • Prepare client communications regarding project milestones and findings
  • Manage risk through quality control measures and documentation
  • Support engagement planning, analysis, and execution of forensic projects
  • Supervise and develop junior team members
  • Provide technical assessment and guidance on cybersecurity controls in accordance with relevant frameworks
  • Assist in business development by drafting proposals and coordinating with practice areas

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field required
  • 5-7 years experience in cyber intrusion investigation or incident response analysis
  • Ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects and meet timely deadlines
  • Experience in a hands-on technical role functioning as an incident responder, network forensic analyst or malware analyst
  • Experience with data analytics engagements and contributing to the execution of technology-based best practices
  • Working knowledge of computer hardware components, operating systems, file systems, computer networks, e-mail systems, mobile devices, IT security or incident response
  • Deep knowledge of networking TCP/IP, design, traffic flow, protocols, sessions, operating systems Windows, Linux, and web technologies

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive total rewards program including a superior benefits package
Wellness programming to support physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being
In-house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers
Skills development programs with 100 hours of training annually, including technical training, presentation skills, seminars, and mentoring
Career growth opportunities through internal firm development activities
Work location flexibility with a hybrid model of 3 to 4 days in the office and options for remote work

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