Our client is seeking a Certified Forensic Investigator to join its dynamic cybersecurity and digital forensics team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in forensic methodologies incident response and evidence handling with the ability to conduct in-depth investigations across digital platforms. This role will be critical in supporting legal processes managing cyber incidents and reinforcing trust for clients across regulated environments.
Role Responsibilities:
- Conduct end-to-end digital forensic investigations including data acquisition preservation analysis and reporting in line with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in incident response efforts including triage evidence collection and forensic reporting.
- Analyze digital devices (e.g. mobile phones computers storage media) using industry-standard forensic tools.
- Create comprehensive forensic reports suitable for use in disciplinary or legal proceedings.
- Assist clients in post-breach investigations and litigation support when required.
- Maintain chain of custody protocols to ensure integrity of evidence.
- Support internal forensic readiness planning and contribute to the continuous development of the forensics function.
- Collaborate with the penetration testing and incident response teams where investigations overlap.
Requirements:
- A formal qualification in Information Technology Cybersecurity Digital Forensics or related field.
- Certification in at least one of the following: CFI (Certified Forensic Investigator) GCFA EnCE CHFI or equivalent.
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in digital forensics or incident response.
- Experience with forensic tools such as FTK Autopsy EnCase X-Ways or Oxygen Forensics.
- Strong understanding of file systems memory analysis email analysis and mobile forensics.
- Familiarity with POPIA Cybercrimes Act and evidence admissibility principles.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills especially in compiling detailed forensic reports.
- Ability to work discreetly and handle sensitive matters with the utmost confidentiality and integrity.
Availability: Immediately