This role pays less than
58%
of similar roles. Most pay
$133,500–$187,000
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$151k
versus about
$160k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
About MSD
MSD (Merck Sharp & Dohme) is the international name for Merck & Co., a major U.S.-based pharmaceutical company.
MSD currently has
24 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$117,000–$184,200
across 24 roles with salary data.
Lead Incident Response Analyst - Detection and Response
The Lead Incident Response Analyst manages the day-to-day operations of the Cyber Fusion Center team to coordinate responses to emerging security incidents within a 24-hour window. This role involves leading initial responses for high-impact cybersecurity events, mentoring team members, and overseeing incident transitions across global locations. Responsibilities include conducting forensic reviews, performing log correlation, and executing containment actions across cloud and endpoint environments. The candidate will manage escalated MSSP/MDR alerts while updating playbooks to improve information sharing. Technical requirements include proficiency with SIEM, EDR, proxy, WAF, and various security tools. Essential skills involve analyzing AWS and Azure logs, understanding MITRE ATT&CK TTPs, and performing digital forensics. The role addresses the critical need for rapid detection, investigation, and containment of threats within complex cloud and identity systems to mitigate organizational risk.