Cybersecurity Consultant

Cyber and Forensic Technology Consulting Analyst/Associate

Charles River Associates is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Cyber and Forensic Technology Consulting team as a Summer Analyst/Associate Intern. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on live client projects, develop your skills in digital forensics and incident response, and contribute to the success of our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with security and privacy investigations in response to data security matters
• Engage in problem-solving and forensic analysis of digital information using standard computer forensic and evidence handling techniques and tools
• Apply investigative techniques, scientific reasoning, and digital forensic techniques against various systems to answer questions
• Identify, research, and organize information to determine what a hacker did to a compromised system, whether data was stolen from a company asset, or what data to assess and provide in litigation
• Defensibly collect digital evidence and complete chain-of-custody documentation
• Leverage your programming, model building, and database administration skills (including using Python, T-SQL, VBA, Excel, C#, and/or other programming languages and tools)
• Share investigative and analytical findings, and assist with the drafting of written reports to summarize procedures performed and findings
• Stay current with developments in digital forensics, e-discovery, and incident response

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's (non-MBA) degree candidates graduating December 2025/Summer 2026 with a related academic focus (Cybersecurity, Computer Science and Engineering, Digital Forensics, Management Information Systems, or Security Information Systems or related)
• Familiarity with several core skills: Strong understanding of computer operating systems, software, and hardware; Ability to conduct detailed forensic investigations and analyses of computers, networks, mobile devices, and removable media; Experience with conducting digital forensic analyses using commercial and open-source forensic tools, including file system forensics, memory analysis, and network analysis; Experience with conducting static/dynamic malware analyses in a lab environment and threat hunting in a live environment; Understanding of proper evidence handling procedures and chain-of-custody; Experience with drafting technical and investigative reports and communicating technical findings; Experience with utilizing automation tools and scripts to expedite analyses; Understanding of incident handling procedures, including preparation, identification, containment, eradication, and recovery-to-protect enterprise environments; Understanding of common attack techniques used by an adversary on a victim network and how to leverage those techniques to stop further adversary activity; Individuals with digital forensics/incident response training and/or certifications, including SANS GIAC (GCIA, GCFA, GCFE, GNFA, GCCC, and/or GREM), IACIS (CFCE or CIFR), and/or Guidance Software (EnCE), are preferred but not required
• Effective written and oral communication skills; Demonstrated high level of initiative and leadership; Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities; Excellent time management and task prioritization skills; Clear and demonstrated interest in consulting through coursework, work experience, activities, or attendance at CRA recruiting events

How to Apply

To be considered for the Summer 2024 Analyst/Associate Internship program, we require:

• Resume – please include current address, personal email, and telephone number
• Cover letter – please describe your interest in CRA and how this role matches your goals. Also, please note if you have interest in a particular practice and/or a location preference
• Transcript – may be unofficial

Candidate resume review will commence during the fall semester and continue on a rolling basis until positions are filled.

Work Location Flexibility

CRA creates a work environment that enables our colleagues to benefit from being together in the office to best deliver on our promise of career growth, mentorship, and inclusivity. At the same time, we realize that individuals realize a range of benefits when working from home periodically. We currently ask that individuals spend 3 to 4 days a week on average working in the office, with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/AAE). As part of our focus on equity and inclusion, we work to ensure a fair and consistent hiring process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.

Good-Faith Estimate of Wage Range

A good-faith estimate of the base wage range for this role is $30 - $36 per hour; actual total compensation may also include benefits and bonus.