Principal Digital Forensics Investigator

Forensic Focus; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 180,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

eSentire is seeking a Principal Digital Forensics Investigator to lead complex forensic and incident response casework in Canada. You will oversee forensic tooling, guide technology adoption, and coordinate with SOC and engineering teams to deliver findings suitable for legal proceedings.

The role requires 8–10 years of hands-on experience, a relevant degree or equivalent background, and mastery of EnCase, FTK, Axiom and X-Ways, with strong knowledge of ransomware and information security.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of digital forensics experience.
• Degree or equivalent military/law enforcement background.
• Mastery of forensic tools EnCase, FTK, Axiom or X-Ways.
• Strong knowledge of ransomware and trojans.
• Information security expertise and client-facing consulting.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex forensic and IR investigations.
• Manage forensic tooling and infrastructure.
• Coordinate with SOC and engineering teams.
• Produce investigative conclusions suitable for legal proceedings.
• Travel to client sites across North America.

Skills

EnCase

FTK

Axiom

X-Ways

Ransomware knowledge

Client-facing

North America travel

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent military/law enforcement background

Tools

EnCase

FTK

Axiom

X-Ways

Job description

# Principal Digital Forensics Investigator*eSentire***Canada**Hybrid · Lead/Principal · Full-time · CA$180,000.00/yr - CA$190,000.00/yr### The RoleThis senior investigator leads complex forensic and incident response casework, ranging from financially motivated breaches to state-affiliated attacks. Duties include managing forensic tools and infrastructure, overseeing technology adoption, coordinating with SOC and engineering teams, and producing investigative conclusions suitable for legal proceedings.### Skills & ExperienceRequires eight to ten years of experience, a relevant degree or equivalent military/law enforcement background, and mastery of forensic tools such as EnCase, FTK, Axiom, or X-Ways. Strong knowledge of ransomware, trojans, information security, and client-facing consulting skills are essential.### Who It SuitsIdeal for an experienced digital forensics professional ready to lead high-stakes investigations, mentor junior analysts, manage toolsets, and travel occasionally to client sites across North America.