Digital Forensics & Incident Response Analyst

Maersk; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering Cyber Team at a leading logistics company, where you'll revolutionize incident management and response. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge forensic investigations and threat hunting, contributing to a dynamic team that values innovation and resilience. With a focus on continuous learning and collaboration, you'll engage in meaningful projects that shape the future of cybersecurity. Enjoy a flexible working arrangement that promotes a healthy work-life balance while being part of a supportive culture that champions teamwork and personal growth. If you're ready to make a difference in the cybersecurity landscape, this is your opportunity!

Benefits

Flexible working arrangement

Collaborative culture

Work-life balance

Team building activities

Qualifications

• Experience in Digital Forensic investigations for Windows and Linux systems.
• Technical Forensic capability across Endpoint, Cloud, and OT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Conduct threat hunting to identify existing threats on the network.
• Support continuous improvement of incident detection and response capabilities.

Skills

Digital Forensics

Threat Hunting

Incident Response

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Stakeholder Management

Operations Management

Education

5+ years in SOC/forensics role

Relevant advanced certifications

Tools

X-Ways

EnCase

Autopsy

TimeSketch

Plaso

Job description

Join Maersk’s Groundbreaking Cyber Team: Redefining Incident Management & Response

Imagine a career where you're not just responding to security incidents—you’re revolutionising how it’s done. At Maersk, one of the world’s largest and most respected logistics and shipping companies, our Cyber team is pioneering a whole new approach to incident response. This isn’t your typical DFIR role: our combined fire team approach is built on cutting-edge research and designed to drive change, resilience, and agility in ways the industry has never seen before.

Here, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that works together to defend, adapt, and innovate with freedom and purpose.

You won’t just work on Digital Forensics, you’ll help improve how it’s done. Dive into purple teaming, create and refine world-class detections, shape change projects, and push the boundaries of what’s possible—all during the workday with no overnight shifts. Plus, we champion continuous learning and growth through Capture the Flag (CTF) exercises and direct opportunities to bring your ideas to life.

Are you ready to be part of something transformational at Maersk and join a team that’s setting a new standard in cybersecurity?

• Join a World-Class Cyber Team: Be part of an elite cyber operation at one of the globe’s most renowned logistics companies, where your contributions truly make a difference.
• Further develop forensic capabilities in Traditional and modern cloud, OT and AI driven space.
• Conduct threat hunting by analysing data to identify existing threats on the network and support proactive content analysis.
• Support the continuous improvement of Maersk’s capability to detect and respond to incidents by collaborating with other teams across Cyber Operations.
• Work on key Cyber Security uplift projects, representing the Respond delivering results and embedding new capabilities into BAU.
• Provide an out-of-hours incident on-call technical/forensic response on a rota basis.
• Provide detailed forensic RCA to key stakeholders, supporting Cyber Security Incident team during deep dive investigations and PIR.
• Fulfil a key role within the Incident Management team to support Senior Technical Leads in investigation, resolution and recovery objectives.
• Support the 24/7 team when required in monitoring security alert feeds to detect, triage and investigate security events and classify them as incidents where appropriate.

Key responsibilities

• Provide detailed forensic RCA to key stakeholders, supporting Cyber Security Incident team during deep dive investigations and PIR.
• Further develop forensic capabilities in Traditional and modern cloud, OT and AI driven space.
• Conduct threat hunting by analysing data to identify existing threats on the network and support proactive content analysis.
• Support the continuous improvement of Maersk’s capability to detect and respond to incidents by collaborating with other teams across Cyber Operations.
• Work on key Cyber Security uplift projects, representing the Respond delivering results and embedding new capabilities into BAU.
• Provide an out-of-hours incident on-call technical/forensic response on a rota basis.
• Fulfil a key role within the Incident Management team to support Senior Technical Leads in investigation, resolution and recovery objectives.
• Support the 24/7 team when required in monitoring security alert feeds to detect, triage and investigate security events and classify them as incidents where appropriate.

Services Overseen

Rotation around the following:

• Protective Systems Monitoring
• Malicious Compromise Forensic investigation
• Threat & Behavioural Analytics
• Threat Hunting
• Security Incident Management
• Project Engagement and Delivery
• Strategic Planning Input to evolve Forensics Capability

Required experience & skills

• Technical Forensic capability across Endpoint, Cloud and Operational Technology (OT) infrastructure.
• Experience in conducting Digital Forensic investigations for Windows and Linux operating systems, preferably at Enterprise scale.
• Excellent Digital Forensic knowledge including Event Log analysis, Registry, Browser based artefacts and knowledge of various File Systems as well as where to find evidence of access, execution and lateral movement.
• The ability to learn a previously unknown artefact and to actively apply this knowledge to an ongoing investigation.
• Investigation skills to expose Persistence mechanisms and File-less techniques in Windows, Linux, MacOS.
• Conduct thorough host and network investigations to analyse and highlight ways to mitigate malicious activities.
• Hands on exposure to memory forensic investigations (preferred but not essential).
• Knowledge around Cloud based Digital Forensics key artefacts and best practice.
• Good knowledge of Digital Forensic tooling such as X-Ways, EnCase, Autopsy, TimeSketch, Plaso.
• Outstanding critical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and able to be understood by both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Stakeholder management and interpersonal skills (at both a technical and non-technical level).
• Ability to provide rapid and concise summaries of complex situations.
• Ability to work under pressure and autonomously or under general direction as required.
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities and multiple tasks.
• The role holder will have proven experience working in a Security Operations Centre (SOC) and/or Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) within a team of other analysts and engineers.
• Experience in Threat Hunting.
• Experience in Incident Response (preferred but not essential).
• Excellent knowledge of typical security devices such as SIEM, firewalls, etc.
• Experience of working in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Previous project engagement and execution of delivery.
• Contribute to cyber incident Response management and engage in the CSIRT process for high-priority incidents.
• Serve as an escalation point for junior analysts.
• Deliver exceptional quality in Incident Response.

Soft Skills:

• Operations Management & Issue Resolution: Ensure smooth operations and continuity by proactively identifying and addressing operational issues, team dynamics, and inefficiencies in ticket handling.
• Report Writing: Ability to write reports that convey highly technical information whilst remaining accessible to a non-technical audience (including at executive level).
• Communication: Exhibit excellent written/verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop documentation and explain technical details in a concise manner.
• Mentorship: Training and guiding junior team members, promoting a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
• Critical Thinking, Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Demonstrate strong analytical skills and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and emerging cybersecurity threats while effectively solving problems.
• Time Management & Organization: Prioritize tasks efficiently and maintain organized documentation and processes to enhance team productivity.
• Teamwork & Positive Attitude: Foster a collaborative environment where team members feel supported, practicing active listening, motivating the team, and maintaining a positive demeanour, especially in high-pressure situations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years in a SOC/forensics role.
• Relevant advanced certifications (e.g., GCIA, GSEC, CEH, GCDA, GCIH, GCFA) are highly desirable but not essential.
• Proven self-learning abilities demonstrated through research, GitHub projects, bug hunting, active participation in public cybersecurity forums, or high scores on platforms like HTB, Immersive Labs, TryHackMe, and SANS CTF.

Benefits of working with us

• Flexible working arrangement: Remote working with occasional in person team building activities.
• Collaborative Culture: Experience a supportive and inclusive work environment that values teamwork and innovation. We believe in open communication and knowledge sharing, ensuring that every team member feels empowered and valued.
• Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our flexible working arrangements and supportive policies enable you to excel in your role while enjoying your personal life.