Manager Forensic Technology

KPMG Australias Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Team supports organisations in identifying investigating and mitigating cyber threats and incidents. Through leveraging expertise in digital forensics incident response and threat intelligence we help organisations enhance their cybersecurity resilience and respond effectively to cyber incidents this includes: 

• Optimising existing incident response processes and systems and adopting advanced technologies to detect respond to and recover from cyber incidents.
• Providing proactive threat intelligence vulnerability assessments and risk management strategies to minimise exposure to cyber threats.
• Performing in-depth forensic analysis to uncover the root cause of incidents ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and supporting legal proceedings when necessary.
• Developing and maintaining advanced detection systems and processes to proactively identify and mitigate cyber threats leveraging automation analytics and emerging technologies (including Microsoft Defender Splunk etc.).
• Combining technical expertise with strategic insights to deliver tailored solutions for our clients that address the evolving cyber threat landscape and safeguard against future cyber risks.
• Supporting the continued growth of KPMGs DFIR practice by contributing to team management the development of innovative offerings relationship building and thought leadership publications.

Your Opportunity 

As a Senior Consultant / Manager within KPMGs DFIR team you will: 

• Work within a national team of experienced DFIR professionals dedicated to supporting organisations in managing and mitigating cyber threats through advanced DFIR and cybersecurity solutions.
• Lead and support investigations into cyber incidents including data breaches ransomware attacks and insider threats. Provide detailed technical analysis to identify root causes assess the impact and recommend remediation strategies.
• Conduct forensic analysis of digital devices networks and systems to uncover evidence of malicious activity. Ensure the integrity and admissibility of evidence for potential legal proceedings.
• Assist clients in developing testing and optimising incident response plans. Provide on-site and remote support during live incidents to contain eradicate and recover from cyber threats.
• Collaborate with clients to conduct post-incident reviews identify lessons learned and recommend improvements to enhance their security posture and incident response capabilities.
• Leverage threat intelligence to identify adversarial tactics techniques and procedures (TTPs) and provide actionable insights to mitigate future risks.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients providing expert guidance on cybersecurity best practises regulatory compliance and risk management strategies.

How are you extraordinary 

• You thrive as part of a collaborative and multidisciplinary team building strong relationships both internally and externally to deliver impactful results.
• You recognise the critical role DFIR plays in identifying mitigating and responding to cyber threats helping organisations protect their assets and reputation.
• You are passionate about advancing your knowledge and expertise in digital forensics incident response and cybersecurity staying ahead of emerging threats and technologies.
• You value the importance of clear and effective communication to share insights inspire action and drive meaningful change. You excel at distilling complex technical findings into concise actionable recommendations for diverse audiences.
• You consistently deliver high-quality client-ready outputs and are confident presenting your findings and recommendations to senior leadership teams for review and decision-making.

Your Experience 

At KPMG we believe diversity of thought background and unique experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people our clients and communities. 

Ideally the successful candidate will have a range of skills experience and qualifications including: 

• Experience in Digital Forensics Incident Response or cybersecurity investigations within a professional consulting environment a corporate security team a government agency or law enforcement. Proven experience in digital forensics incident response or cybersecurity consulting.
• Strong technical expertise in forensic tools techniques and methodologies which could include malware analysis memory forensics and network traffic analysis.
• Proven experience in designing implementing and/or optimising detection systems to identify and mitigate cyber threats leveraging tools such as SIEM EDR and IDS/IPS as well as automation and analytics technologies.
• Familiarity with incident response frameworks such as ISO 27035 and interaction with the output of industry bodies such as NIST or SANS.
• Knowledge of threat intelligence platforms and tools as well as experience with OSINT techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to communicate complex technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in working under pressure in high-stake environments with a focus on delivering timely and effective solutions.

Qualifications :

Relevant certifications such as GCFA GCIH EnCE or CISSP are highly desirable.

Additional Information :

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges steer change and enable growth. 

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate highly skilled professionals whove got your back. Youll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive equitable culture.

At KPMG youll take control over how you work. Were embracing a new way of working in many ways from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks including retail discounts health and wellbeing initiatives learning and growth opportunities salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time