DFIR Specialist (Digital Forensics & Incident Response)

Kyndryl; A distancia; MXN 600,000 - 800,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading technology service provider is looking for a Digital Forensics & Incident Response professional to join their team in Mexico. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in digital forensics, strong knowledge of threat mitigation, and proficiency with forensic tools. Responsibilities include protecting customer systems from cyber threats, conducting assessments, and collaborating with teams on incident responses. This role offers growth opportunities and supports continuous learning in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Servicios

Employee learning programs

Diversity and Inclusion Networks

Healthcare benefits

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in digital forensic analysis and incident response in corporate environments.
• Proficiency with forensic tools and incident response tools.
• Experience with EDR, SIEM, and artifact collection in Windows/Linux environments.

Responsabilidades

• Protect customer computer systems and networks from unauthorized access.
• Defend against cyber threats like malware and ransomware.
• Conduct penetration testing and threat/vulnerability assessments.

Conocimientos

Proactive attitude

Collaboration skills

Technical expertise

Continuous improvement mindset

Ability to solve complex challenges

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Systems Engineering, Digital Forensics, or a related field

Herramientas

FTK

EnCase

Autopsy

X-Ways

Volatility

Velociraptor

GRR

KAPE

Redline

Descripción del empleo

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission‑critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

Are you passionate about protecting companies from cyber threats? Do you want to be part of a team that safeguards the digital assets of cutting‑edge organizations? Look no further Kyndryl is seeking a Digital Forensics & Incident Responsible to join our team of talented Technical Specialists.

Key Responsabilities

• Protect Kyndryl customers’ computer systems and networks from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction.
• Use tools and techniques to defend against cyber threats such as malware, ransomware, phishing attacks, and data breaches.
• Implement new cybersecurity systems and policies to safeguard customer data and assets.
• Monitor and review potential threats using various cybersecurity systems.
• Conduct proof‑of‑concepts (POCs) with new cybersecurity software to evaluate effectiveness and integration potential.
• Provide automation scripts for threat hunting based on lessons learned from cyber‑attacks.
• Conduct penetration testing and threat/vulnerability assessments of applications, operating systems, and networks.
• Respond to cybersecurity breaches and identify intrusions.
• Research and evaluate cybersecurity threats and perform root cause analysis.
• Assist in the creation and implementation of security solutions.
• Contribute to security innovation by developing and testing unconventional ideas.

Desired profile

• Lead or support security investigations in response to critical incidents (e.g., ransomware, APTs, data breaches, malware).
• Perform forensic analysis on endpoints, servers, network systems, and mobile devices.
• Coordinate containment, mitigation, and recovery efforts during security incidents.
• Collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence while ensuring its integrity (chain of custody).
• Identify Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) used by malicious actors and map them to frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK.
• Prepare technical, executive, and compliance reports (e.g., Root Cause Analysis, lessons learned).
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, IT, and communications teams in response to major incidents.
• Participate in response simulations, process automation, and playbook improvement.

Your Future at Kyndryl

Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands‑on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.

Who You Are

We are looking for a proactive and collaborative professional who brings not only technical expertise but also a passion for continuous improvement and service excellence. If you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy solving complex challenges, we’d love to hear from you.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Systems Engineering, Digital Forensics, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in digital forensic analysis and incident response in corporate environments.
• Proficiency with forensic tools (e.g., FTK, EnCase, Autopsy, X‑Ways, Volatility) and incident response tools (e.g., Velociraptor, GRR, KAPE, Redline).
• Experience with EDR, SIEM, and artifact collection in Windows/Linux environments.
• Knowledge of malware, lateral movement, persistence, and evasion techniques.
• Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST 800‑61, ISO 27035, and legal guidelines for evidence handling.

Desired certifications:

• GCFA, GCIH, CHFI, CCFR, CISSP, C|IR, or others related to DFIR.

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single‑handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state‑of‑the‑art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well‑being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learningprograms give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company‑wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non‑profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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