Junior Manager - Digital Forensics

GMR Group; India; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

GMR Group is seeking a Junior Manager - Digital Forensics & Data Analytics to conduct forensic investigations and analyze data for threat identification and risk mitigation. The role combines hands-on evidence handling with data-driven insights to optimize security performance.

The ideal candidate has a background in computer science or information security, 3+ years in digital forensics, and experience with tools like EnCase, FTK, or Autopsy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in digital forensics or a related field.
• Strong understanding of digital forensics principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in at least one digital forensics tool (e.g., EnCase, FTK, Autopsy).
• Exposure to programming languages relevant to ML/AI.
• Strong attention to detail and meticulous work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence from various sources using industry-standard tools and techniques; prepare detailed reports.
• Develop and implement data analysis dashboards and reports to identify trends and anomalies related to brand misuse.
• Adhere to SOPs and ISO 17025 and ISO 27001 frameworks.
• Monitor online channels for potential brand infringements, counterfeiting, and unauthorized activities.
• Research, develop, and implement ML/AI solutions for digital forensics.
• Review alerts from Data Loss Prevention tools and incidents of loss.
• Conduct Open-Source Intelligence gathering as required.

Skills

Data analytics

Brand protection

Incident response

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field

Exposure to programming languages relevant to ML/AI

Tools

EnCase

FTK

Autopsy

Job description

Job Description:

JOB PURPOSE

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as Junior Manager - Digital Forensics & Data Analytics. This unique role combines your passion for digital Forensic and data-driven insights.
You will play a key role in conducting Forensic investigations and analyzing data, identifying threats, and developing solutions to mitigate risk and optimize performance.

ORGANISATION CHART

This position will report to Manager - Forensics, E&I

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence from various sources (e.g., computers, mobile devices, cloud storage) using industry-standard tools and techniques and prepare detailed report ensuring technical accuracy.
• Continuous
• Develop and implement data analysis dashboards and reports to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies related to potential brand misuse.
• Continuous
• Adhere to SOPs, framework and guideline documents based on ISO 17025 and ISO 27001 framework
• Continuous
• Monitor online channels for potential brand infringements, counterfeiting, and unauthorized activities.
• Continuous
• Research, develop, and implement Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence solutions for digital forensics.
• Continuous
• Review alerts generated from Data Loss Prevention tool and identified incidents of loss
• Continuous
• Conduct Open-Source Intelligence gathering on requirement basis
• Continuous

EXTERNAL INTERACTIONS

• Interact with external consultants in case of incident response

INTERNAL INTERACTIONS

Coordination with IT Security & Corporate Communication team in case of incident response

FINANCIAL DIMENSIONS

To adhere to the GMR Values & Beliefs – Financial Frugality

OTHER DIMENSIONS

• Skillful expertise on data analytics and brand protection
• Skillful expertise for obtaining maximum possible relevant information from the incident analysis.
• Act as Junior Technical Manager for the Forensic lab based on the Forensic Manual.
• Be on look out for upskilling areas of Cyber Expertise.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in digital forensics or a related field (e.g., incident response, security analysis).
• Strong understanding of digital forensics principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in at least one digital forensics tool (e.g., EnCase, FTK, Autopsy).
• Exposure to programming languages relevant to ML/AI
• Strong attention to detail and meticulous work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

3+ years of technical experience

COMPETENCIES

• Personal Effectiveness
• Social Awareness
• Entrepreneurship
• Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking
• Planning & Decision Making
• Capability Building
• Strategic Orientation
• Stakeholder Focus
• Networking
• Execution & Results
• Teamwork & Interpersonal influence
• Training, Events and Development (Practitioner)
• Policy Development and System Updates (Practitioner)
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement (Practitioner)
• Ethical Culture Development (Practitioner)
• Website Management (Practitioner)
• Business Excellence Integration (Practitioner)

Requirements: