Digital Forensic Senior Analyst, London

S-RM; London; On-site; NOK 820,000 - 1,136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday per year

Pension contribution up to 7%

Parental Support

Fertility treatment leave – 5 days

Maternity leave – 26 weeks

Paternity leave – 6 weeks

Private dental

Private medical insurance

Virtual GP

Gym discounts

EAP programme

Headspace

Job summary

S-RM in London is seeking an experienced Senior Analyst for the Digital Forensics team to deliver investigations, combining deep technical expertise with strong communication to support complex cases.

You will perform forensic preservation and wide-ranging analysis across Windows, Linux, MacOS, iOS, Android, and cloud platforms, lead lab maintenance, and craft clear reports for senior stakeholders. The role requires independence and collaboration with legal teams.

Qualifications

• Technical experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a Digital Forensics lab environment.
• Experience with forensic preservation methodologies, chain of custody, and contemporaneous record keeping.
• Experience in Windows, Linux and MacOS forensic acquisition and analysis.
• Experience in iOS and Android forensic acquisition and analysis.
• Experience with third-party applications (WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal).
• Experience with cloud-based evidence (iCloud, Google, social media).
• Experience conducting investigations in hosted cloud environments (Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, AWS).
• Proficiency with forensic tools including Cellebrite, Oxygen, AXIOM, X-Ways, FTK.
• Experience writing forensic reports with methodologies, findings, and conclusions.
• Regularly interacts with legal counsel and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform forensic preservation of digital evidence following best practices and maintain chain of custody.
• Conduct in-depth forensic analysis across Windows, Linux, MacOS, iOS, Android, cloud platforms, and proprietary apps.
• Lead ongoing management and maintenance of the Digital Forensics lab.
• Deliver clear, concise findings through written reports and briefings to senior stakeholders.
• Provide technical and operational support to senior members of the Digital Forensics team and coordinate with tooling and infrastructure colleagues.
• Research and test new technologies and platforms as part of bespoke investigations.
• Support internal initiatives to improve knowledge and efficiency in the Digital Forensics lab.

Skills

Digital forensics

Forensic analysis

Windows forensics

Linux forensics

MacOS forensics

iOS forensics

Android forensics

Cloud evidence

Cellebrite

Oxygen

AXIOM

X-Ways

FTK

Tools

Cellebrite

Oxygen

AXIOM

X-Ways

FTK

Job description

We are seeking an experienced, creative, and analytical senior analyst to join our Digital Forensics practice in London.

WHO WE ARE

S-RM is a global intelligence and cyber security consultancy. Since 2005, we’ve helped companies, governments and private individuals solve some of their most complex challenges .

We’ve been able to do this because of our outstanding people. We’re committed to developing sharp , curious, driven individuals who want to think critically, solve complex problems, and achieve success .

But we also know that work isn’t everything. It’s about the lives and careers it helps us build. We’re immensely proud of this culture and we invest in our people’s wellbeing, learning, and ideas every day.

We’re excited you’re thinking about joining us.

THE ROLE

The successful candidate willplayan important rolein the delivery of forensic investigations in S-RM’sDigital Forensicsteam. They will bring in-depth technicalexpertisecombined with strong communicationskillstocontribute to thedelivery ofcomplexinvestigations.

The key areas of responsibility will be:

• Perform forensic preservation of digital evidencein accordance withbest practice and recognised standards,maintainingchain of custody, and contemporaneous record keeping.
• Conduct in-depth forensic analysis across a wide range of digital sources; including but not limited to Windows, Linuxand MacOS computers, iOS and Android mobile devices, enterprise and personal cloud platforms, and proprietary applications.
• Leadthe ongoing managementandmaintenance of the Digital Forensics lab.
• Deliver clear, concise, and defensible findings through high-quality written reports and verbal briefings, including responding toquestionsfrom senior stakeholders.
• Provide technical and operational support tosenior members of theDigital Forensics team, including coordination with colleagues responsible for tooling and infrastructure.
• Research and testing: Conduct in-depth research and testing of new technologies , devices and platforms as part of investigations that are bespoke in nature and involve novel technologies.
• Practice development: Supporting internal initiatives to improve the knowledge, capabil ities, and efficiencies in our Digital Forensics lab .

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Candidates with the following qualifications and experience are likely to succeed as aSenior Analystat S-RM.

That said, if youdon’tthink you meetall ofthe criteria below but still are interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box–we’relooking for candidates that are particularly strong in a few areas and have interest and capabilities in others.

We nurture a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion and we are dedicated to developing a workforce that displays a variety of talents,experiencesand perspectives.

Experience and background

• Technical experience, with a minimum of 3years experience,inaDigital Forensicslab environment,including demonstratable understanding and experience of:
• Forensic preservation methodologies,chain of custody, and contemporaneous record keeping;
• Windows, Linuxand MacOS forensic acquisition and analysis;
• iOS and Android forensic acquisition and analysis;
• Third-party applications such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal;
• Cloud-based evidencesuch as iCloud, Google, and social media platforms.
• Experience conducting investigationsin hosted cloud environments (e.g., Microsoft 365, Google Workspace,and AWS) is beneficial.
• Works independently in the use ofa range offorensic tools including Cellebrite, Oxygen, AXIOM, X-Ways, FTK, etc.
• Experiencewritingforensic reports including methodologies, technical findings, and conclusions.
• Regularly interact s with legal counsel and /or external senior stakeholders.

The candidate will need to have the following key personal attributes to perform successfully in this role:

• Outstanding interpersonal skills, honesty and reliability;
• An inquisitive nature and excellent attention to detail;
• A proactive mindset and a willingness to work outside the job specification when required ;
• A creative approach to answering client questions and solving problems;
• An ability to thrive under pressure and work to tight deadlines.

Allcandidatesmust have permission to work inthe UK by the start of their employment.

OUR BENEFITS

We offer thoughtful, balanced rewards and support to help our people do their best work and live their lives outside it; this includes but is not exhaustive of:

• 25 days holiday per year in addition to bank holidays (+1 day for every day of service up to a maximum of 30 days);
• Matching pension contribution up to 7% (up to a maximum of 14% combined), and financial education;
• Parental Support:
• Fertility treatment leave – 5 days of leave per cycle of treatment per year;
• Maternity leave – 26 weeks of full pay followed by 13 weeks of half pay;
• Paternity leave – 6 weeks of full pay.
• Various Health and Medical Benefits including:
• Private dental and medical insurance (taxable benefit) for you and your family;
• Virtual GP for you and your family members that live in the same household;
• Various gym discounts for you and your partner;
• EAP programme for you and your immediate family;
• Free access to the world-famous mindfulness app Headspace.

The role will be based in our London officewith a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS

We want to get to know you, and for you to get to know us, to see ifwe’dbe a good fit.We are responsive and respectful of people’s time throughout our hiring process.

We expect the interview process will consist of a two-stage interview, followed by an in-person meeting.