Incident analyst / responder

The incident analyst/responder role includes a variety of entry-level information security positions focused on responding to and analyzing cybersecurity incidents. It requires an understanding of security operations, a solid foundation of technical skills related to information and network security, and strong communication skills.

What does an incident responder do?

Incident analysts and responders require an understanding of security operations, a solid foundation of technical skills related to information and network security, and strong communication skills.

It is one of four entry-level, core cybersecurity roles mapped directly to the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education’s CyberSeek model.