Digital Forensics Analyst

Forensic Focus; Australia; Remote; AUD 108,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Forensic Focus in Australia is seeking a Digital Forensics Analyst to help investigate cyber incidents, including business email compromise, ransomware and unauthorized access. The role is remote, full-time and junior, taking ownership from triage through evidence collection, forensic analysis and reporting.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in a dedicated digital forensics role, end-to-end BEC investigation experience, and exposure to ransomware response.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in a dedicated digital forensics role.
• End-to-end BEC investigation experience.
• Exposure to ransomware response.
• A methodical approach to evidence handling is essential.

Responsibilities

• Investigate cyber incidents from triage to evidence collection and reporting.
• Collaborate with insurers, law firms and senior consultants.
• Occasional on-call and travel to client sites.

Skills

Digital forensics

BEC investigations

Ransomware response

Evidence handling

SOC background

Education

GCFE certification

Job description

# Digital Forensics Analyst*Hamilton Barnes***Australia**Remote · Junior · Full-time### The RoleYou investigate referred cyber incidents such as business email compromise, ransomware and unauthorised access, taking ownership from triage through evidence collection, forensic analysis and reporting, while collaborating with insurers, law firms and senior consultants, including occasional on-call and travel to client sites.### Skills & ExperienceRequires one to three years in a dedicated digital forensics role, proven end-to-end BEC investigation experience, and exposure to ransomware response. A methodical approach to evidence handling is essential; SOC background and GCFE certification are desirable but not mandatory.### Who It SuitsSuited to a technically confident forensic analyst who enjoys working independently on live incidents, wants exposure to legal and insurance stakeholders, and is ready to progress their career within a dedicated forensics team.Typical advertised salary forDigital Forensics roles in Australia:**A$108,000–A$138,000**(median A$128,000 — from16 recent listings analysed by Forensic Focus).Compare Digital Forensics salaries in Australia →Certifications mentioned:GCFE — find training for these on theDFIR Training Finder.Learn More/Apply