Incident Response Analyst

About Gruve

Gruve is an innovative software services startup dedicated to transforming enterprises to AI powerhouses. We specialize in cybersecurity, customer experience, cloud infrastructure, and advanced technologies such as Large Language Models (LLMs). Our mission is to assist our customers in their business strategies utilizing their data to make more intelligent decisions. As a well-funded early-stage startup, Gruve offers a dynamic environment with strong customer and partner networks.

Note- This role needs to travel to Indonesia at client side (Only apply if you are interested in on-site opportunity)

About the Role:

Gruve Technologies is looking for a skilled Incident Responder Analyst to join our cybersecurity team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for proactively monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents across the organization. This role requires hands-on expertise in threat analysis, incident containment, forensic investigation, and recovery, ensuring robust defense mechanisms and compliance with security policies. You will work closely with IT and security teams to protect organizational assets and maintain business continuity.

Roles and Responsibility

• Monitor and analyze network traffic, system logs, and security alerts to detect potential security incidents.
• Conduct rapid investigation and validation of alerts to determine if a security incident has occurred.
• Contain affected systems and networks to prevent the spread of security breaches.
• Implement temporary mitigation measures to minimize impact during incidents.
• Collaborate with IT, security teams, and other stakeholders to develop and implement incident containment and response strategies.
• Perform root cause analysis and forensic investigation to understand attack vectors and methods.
• Recover systems and services to normal operations while strengthening defenses.
• Document incident details, response actions, and outcomes comprehensively for reporting and legal purposes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies during incident handling.
• Provide detailed incident reports tailored for technical teams and executive leadership.
• Participate in the development and updating of incident response plans, policies, and training.
• Stay updated on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and defense techniques relevant to the organization.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, threat detection, and incident response methodologies.
• Experience with security monitoring tools such as SIEM (Security Information and Event Management), EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response), and forensic analysis tools.
• Ability to analyze network traffic, system logs, and digital artifacts to identify and investigate incidents.
• Familiarity with common attack methods, malware, phishing, and advanced persistent threats (APTs).
• Effective communication skills to convey technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Calm and methodical approach in high-pressure and fast-paced incident scenarios.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• 4-8 years of experience in SOC operations, incident response, or forensics.
• Understanding of SIEM technology ,  SOAR platforms, and EDR/XDR tools.
• Hands-on experience with digital forensics, malware analysis, and packet capture tools (for eg.EnCase, Volatility, Wireshark, Zeek).
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, cyber kill chain, and incident response frameworks (NIST 800-61, SANS IR).
• Certifications preferred: GCIH, GCFA, GCIA, ECIH, CEH, or similar.

Why Gruve

At Gruve, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Gruve is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.