Manager, Digital Forensics and Incident Response

Forensic Focus; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Forensic Focus in London seeks an experienced Manager for Digital Forensics and Incident Response to lead high-profile DFIR engagements and mentor junior analysts. The role combines hands-on investigations with client-facing leadership in a hybrid London setting.

The ideal candidate has broad DFIR experience across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android, plus GCFA/GCIH or CREST CPIA/CRIA certifications, and excellent communication skills for client consulting.

Qualifications

• DFIR experience across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android.
• Certifications such as SANS GCFA/GCIH or CREST CPIA/CRIA.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and client consulting experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and perform forensic investigations into cybersecurity incidents (network intrusions, malware, data breaches).
• Preserve evidence, conduct host and network analysis, and produce detailed reports.
• Act as an expert witness when required.

Skills

DFIR experience

Windows

macOS

Linux

iOS

Android

GCFA/GCIH

CREST CPIA/CRIA

Communication

Client consulting

Job description

\" \" Manager, Digital Forensics and Incident Response# Manager, Digital Forensics and Incident Response*Aon***London, England**Hybrid · Manager · Full-time### The RoleThis position involves managing and performing forensic investigations into cybersecurity incidents, including network intrusions, malware attacks and data breaches. Responsibilities include evidence preservation, host and network analysis, producing detailed reports, and acting as an expert witness when required.### Skills & ExperienceCandidates need strong DFIR experience across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android systems, plus certifications such as SANS GCFA/GCIH or CREST CPIA/CRIA. Strong written and verbal communication skills and client consulting experience are essential.### Who It SuitsIdeal for an experienced digital forensics professional ready to step into a managerial position, mentoring junior analysts while handling high-profile, technically demanding casework for diverse clients.Typical advertised salary forDigital Forensics roles in United Kingdom:**£36,000-£50,000**(median £43,000 - from65 recent listings analysed by Forensic Focus).Certifications mentioned:· · - find training for these on the.