Senior Strategic Delivery Coordinator, DFIR – GRIT

GuidePoint Security

. Independently lead and manage complex, high-visibility DFIR and GRIT engagements end-to-end from scoping and initiation through closure .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex Digital Forensics & Incident Response (DFIR) engagements, ensuring quality deliverables and effective client communication. Proficient in process improvement, team mentorship, and utilizing advanced cybersecurity tools and methodologies.

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Digital Forensics & Incident Response (DFIR)Client Relationship ManagementProject ManagementThreat Intelligence MethodologiesProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

Network Traffic AnalysisHost ForensicsMalware HandlingLog ReviewAttack Surface MonitoringThreat ModelingIncident Response LifecycleEDRNDRSIEM

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsMentoringCommunication

Tools & Technologies

JiraConfluenceSalesforceVelociraptorOSQuery

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPCAPMSANS GIACCISSPCISM

Industry Keywords

Cybersecurity ConsultingManaged ServicesEngagement ManagementDelivery CoordinationStakeholder Communication

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently lead and manage complex, high-visibility DFIR and GRIT engagements end-to-end from scoping and initiation through closure
Coordinate resources, deliverables, timelines, and client communications
Serve as the primary escalation point for critical engagements, client concerns, and active incident response events
Coordinate resolution across technical teams, Practice Leadership, and Account Executives
Identify and mitigate engagement risks, scope changes, and delivery blockers
Review engagement deliverables for quality, consistency, and suitability for technical and managerial audiences
Monitor hours, burn rate, and budget adherence
Maintain trusted client relationships and lead status meetings, kickoff calls, and post-engagement reviews
Identify opportunities to expand client engagements or recommend additional GuidePoint services
Design and implement repeatable delivery processes, automation, orchestration, playbooks, templates, checklists, and SOPs
Define and track delivery metrics and KPIs and report on delivery performance, capacity utilization, and engagement health
Mentor and guide Delivery Coordinators
Conduct engagement debriefs and lessons-learned sessions
Assist with onboarding and training of new team members
Partner on capacity planning, resource forecasting, engagement pipeline management, service offering development, practice growth planning, and organizational process maturity
Collaborate with Sales Engineering, Account Executives, Finance/Billing, and Technical Consulting teams
Communicate engagement status, team health, risk posture, and strategic recommendations to Practice Leadership
Maintain current information security skills and knowledge
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

3-5+ years of experience in project management, delivery coordination, or engagement management within a cybersecurity consulting or managed services environment
2+ years of direct experience working in or supporting Digital Forensics & Incident Response and/or Threat Intelligence operations
Demonstrated experience managing multiple concurrent client engagements end-to-end in a consulting services model
Experience with Digital Forensics & Incident Response (DFIR) and Threat Intelligence methodologies, processes, and tooling
Proven track record of client relationship management and stakeholder communication at both technical and executive levels
Embraces emerging technologies, including AI tools
Strong understanding of network traffic analysis, host forensics, malware handling/triage, log review, attack surface monitoring, dark web intelligence, threat modeling, and incident response lifecycle methodologies
Deep knowledge of EDR, NDR, XDR, SIEM, FW, NGAV, Velociraptor, OSQuery, and other industry-related solutions
Relevant industry certifications strongly preferred, such as PMP, CAPM, SANS GIAC, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent
Experience designing and implementing process improvements, delivery frameworks, or operational workflows
Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, or lead peers in a team environment
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products and project management/collaboration platforms such as Jira, Confluence, and Salesforce/Certinia
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Up to 10% travel
Sedentary work
Substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers for a minimum of 8 hours a day
Required to have close visual acuity to view computer terminal and/or extensive reading for a minimum of 8 hours a day

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only)
Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan with GuidePoint paying 90% of the employee premium and 70% of family premiums, or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA with GuidePoint paying 100% of the employee premium and 75% of family premiums
HSA contributions of $850 annually for employees or $1,750 annually for families
Group Dental Insurance with GuidePoint paying 100% of the employee premium and 75% of family premiums
12 corporate holidays
Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
Pet Benefit Option
Some travel may be required for certain positions