Deloitte
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Security Engineer III Exploitation Analyst Incident Responder

102K–189K
Onsite · Washington, District of Columbia
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

Lead a Cyber Defense & Resilience team at Deloitte to defend against advanced threats through proactive threat intelligence and incident response. Support security operations by analyzing threats, investigating incidents, and strengthening defenses across enterprise environments.

What You'll Do8

  • 1Monitor networks systems and applications for indicators of compromise and analyze threat data to identify malicious activity
  • 2Investigate security incidents collect and analyze logs memory artifacts and network traffic to support containment eradication and recovery
  • 3Identify and assess vulnerabilities in systems networks and applications and recommend remediation actions based on risk and exploitability
  • 4Analyze malware exploits and adversary tools using reverse engineering and controlled simulations
  • 5Prepare technical reports briefings and documentation summarizing findings methodologies and recommendations
  • 6Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate technical findings into actionable stakeholder guidance
  • 7Travel up to twenty percent of work weeks based on client assignments and industry sectors
  • 8Maintain active Top Secret Clearance and adhere to strict legal authorization requirements

Requirements10

  • 1Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity Computer Science Information Systems Engineering or related field
  • 2Active Top Secret Clearance
  • 32+ years experience in cyber exploitation analysis threat intelligence or incident response
  • 4Proficiency in analyzing APTs malware exploitation techniques and reverse engineering tools like IDA Pro or Ghidra
  • 5Experience conducting vulnerability assessments penetration testing and red team activities
  • 6Expertise in network traffic analysis log analysis digital forensics Windows Linux macOS common protocols scripting languages Python PowerShell Bash and SIEM IDS IPS EDR tools
  • 7Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework and ability to map threat activity
  • 8Strong written verbal communication and technical writing abilities
  • 9Ability to work independently and lead projects under tight deadlines
  • 10Willingness to travel up to twenty percent of work weeks

Salary Insight

$102 - $189k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationWashington, District of Columbia

Required Skills

Threat intelligenceIncident responseExploit analysis
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