Forensic Computer Analyst/ Forensic Investigator at DCSL Corporate Services Limited

Job Description

• The Forensic Computer Analyst will be responsible for investigating data breaches, security incidents and criminal activity.
• The role will entail periodic secondment to the Police force and other law enforcement agencies, or specialist computer forensic companies and investigative teams.
• The Forensic Computer Analyst will report directly to the Chief Technical Officer.

Responsibilities

• In fulfilling his or her responsibilities, the successful Candidate will:
• Use a range of forensic tools and software to extract and analyze data
• Deal with highly sensitive or confidential data or images
• Recover damaged, deleted or access hidden, protected or encrypted files
• Unlock digital images that are locked to hide the identity of a place or person
• Examine data from mobile phones and satellite navigation systems to trace people or places
• Follow electronic data trails to reveal links or communication between individual or groups
• Collect information and evidence in a legally admissible way
• Write technical reports based on findings and, if required, give evidence in court as an expert witness
• Present findings of on-going incidents to other members in the investigation team, law enforcement agencies and clients
• Keep up to date with evolving cyber-crime methods and developments within the digital forensics field
• Undergo security checks and vetting procedures
• Obtain relevant ISO Accreditations.
• Any other assigned tasks.

Requirements

• A Bachelors' degree in IT or Computer Science.
• Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in a similar role.
• Must be familiar with standard computer operating systems, networks and hardware as well as security software and document-creation applications.
• Expertise in ethical hacking and intrusion techniques and prior experience with security testing and computer system diagnostics.
• Excellent analytical skills, highly conscious of details and able to multi-task efficiently.
• Knowledge of information systems security; network architecture; general database concepts; document management; hardware and software troubleshooting; electronic mail systems, Microsoft Office applications; intrusion tools; and computer forensic tools.
• Experience conducting security assessments and penetration testing.
• Must be able to conduct exams on compromised computers and servers.
• Proficiency in conducting live analysis on networks, and multiple platforms is desirable.
• Ability to articulate in written and oral communication.
• Detail-oriented and must be able to interact with other staff and clients, in person and over the phone.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are vital.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Great investigative Skills.