Digital Forensics Specialists

Talent; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent in Canberra seeks experienced Security Analysts to support a high-sensitivity Australian Government investigative environment. The role spans digital forensics, data analysis and investigative support on site in Canberra.

Senior candidates will oversee workflow management, process improvement and QA, with a focus on evidentiary handling and secure information practices in SCAD4/SCAD5 contexts.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting digital forensic and incident-response investigations in sensitive environments.
• Experience analysing large volumes of electronic evidence and datasets.
• Familiarity with eDiscovery processes and forensic technologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and support digital forensic and incident-response investigations using eDiscovery and forensic technologies.
• Process, examine and analyse electronic evidence and artefacts per policies and procedures.
• Prepare large datasets for ingestion, indexing and search while maintaining evidentiary integrity.
• Apply data-analysis techniques using Nuix and Elasticsearch to identify information relevant to investigations.
• Interpret findings and contribute to investigative reporting and decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve investigative processes with new methodologies and automation.
• At senior level, manage workflows and perform quality assurance.

Skills

Digital forensics

Incident response

eDiscovery

Investigative analysis

Data analysis

Evidentiary data management

Education

Certificate IV in Government Investigations

ICT certifications

Tools

Nuix

Elasticsearch

Job description

Security Analysts – Digital Forensics & Investigative Support

• Contract until October 2027
• Canberra – 100% onsite
• An existing Australian Government TSPV security clearance is mandatory
• Key skills: Digital forensics, investigative data analysis, eDiscovery, Nuix, Elasticsearch, incident response and management of evidentiary data

We are seeking experienced Security Analysts and Senior Security Analysts to support a highly sensitive Australian Government investigative environment in Canberra. Working across digital forensics, data analysis and investigative support, you will help analyse electronic evidence and large datasets to support complex investigations and informed decision-making.

This opportunity is suitable for professionals operating across SCAD4 and SCAD5 levels, with senior candidates taking greater responsibility for workflow management, process improvement and quality assurance.

Your Duties Will Include

• Conduct and support digital forensic and incident-response investigations using eDiscovery and specialist forensic technologies.
• Process, examine and analyse electronic evidence and digital artefacts in accordance with established policies, standards and investigative procedures.
• Prepare very large datasets for ingestion, indexing and search while maintaining the integrity of evidentiary information.
• Apply advanced data-analysis techniques using Nuix, Elasticsearch or comparable platforms to identify information relevant to investigations.
• Interpret complex information and contribute to investigative findings, reporting and evidence-based decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve investigative processes through new methodologies, technologies and automation.
• At the senior level, manage workflows, review the quality of work undertaken by others and conduct quality-assurance activities.

Skills And Experience We Are Looking For

• Strong experience in digital forensics, incident response, eDiscovery, investigative analysis or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience managing and analysing large volumes of sensitive or evidentiary data.
• Practical experience with Nuix, Elasticsearch or equivalent forensic/search and analytics technologies.
• Sound understanding of data integrity, evidence handling, information sharing requirements and relevant organisational procedures.
• Experience translating complex technical findings into clear investigative findings and reports.
• ICT, digital-forensics or relevant specialist certifications will be highly regarded.
• Certificate IV in Government Investigations would be advantageous.

Please note:

These positions are Canberra based and onsite only. Due to the nature of the environment, candidates must already hold and be able to maintain an Australian Government TSPV security clearance.