Digital Forensics Analyst

Violence Reduction Unit Victoria; Abu Dhabi Emirate; Hybrid; AED 83,000 - 165,000; Part time

Job summary

Forensic Focus in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a part-time hybrid analyst to collect, preserve and analyze digital evidence from computers, mobile devices, networks and cloud sources to support violence reduction investigations. The role blends hands-on forensics with detailed reporting.

You will perform forensic examinations, malware analysis and present findings to multidisciplinary teams, while maintaining chain-of-custody and liaising with law enforcement or public safety programs.

Qualifications

• Strong forensic analysis and evidence handling skills.
• Experience with malware analysis and cybersecurity concepts.
• Degree or certification in digital forensics, cybersecurity or CS preferred.
• Experience liaising with law enforcement or public safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic examinations of digital devices, networks and cloud sources.
• Analyze malware and cybersecurity incidents related to investigations.
• Prepare detailed forensic reports and maintain chain-of-custody records.
• Present findings to multidisciplinary teams and law enforcement partners.

Skills

Forensic analysis

Evidence handling

Malware analysis

Cybersecurity knowledge

Analytical abilities

Education

Digital forensics / cybersecurity / computer science degree

Cybersecurity certification (beneficial)

Job description

The Role

This part-time hybrid position involves collecting, preserving and analyzing digital evidence from computers, mobile devices, networks and cloud sources to support violence reduction investigations. Duties include forensic examinations, malware analysis, preparing detailed reports, maintaining chain-of-custody records and presenting findings to multidisciplinary teams.

Skills & Experience

Candidates need strong forensic analysis and evidence handling skills, malware analysis and cybersecurity knowledge, and sharp analytical abilities. A degree or certification in digital forensics, cybersecurity or computer science is beneficial, along with experience liaising with law enforcement or public safety programs.

Who It Suits

Suited to a forensic practitioner comfortable working part-time in a hybrid setting, who can communicate technical findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders and collaborate with law enforcement and multidisciplinary teams on sensitive violence-prevention casework.