Associate Director – Digital Forensics

Forensic Focus; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

KordaMentha in Auckland is seeking an Associate Director for Digital Forensics to lead investigations and incident response engagements. You will oversee evidence collection, preservation and analysis across computers, mobile devices and cloud sources, and craft detailed reports for clients and senior stakeholders.

Ideal candidates have 6–8 years in digital forensics or incident response, with strong emphasis on evidence integrity and forensic techniques, IT infrastructure, and clear, concise

Qualifications

• 6–8 years’ experience in digital forensics or incident response.
• Strong knowledge of evidence integrity and forensic techniques.
• Experience with IT infrastructure and multiple operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital forensic investigations and incident response engagements.
• Oversee evidence collection, preservation and analysis across devices and cloud sources.
• Prepare detailed reports and liaise with clients and senior stakeholders.

Skills

Digital forensics

Incident response

Evidence integrity

Forensic examination techniques

IT infrastructure

Operating systems

Analytical reporting

Communication skills

Job description

# Associate Director – Digital Forensics*KordaMentha***Auckland**Onsite · Lead/Principal · Full-time### The RoleThis consulting position involves leading digital forensic investigations and incident response engagements, covering evidence collection, preservation and analysis across computers, mobile devices and cloud sources, plus preparing detailed reports and liaising with clients and senior stakeholders.### Skills & ExperienceCandidates need 6-8 years’ experience in digital forensics or incident response, strong knowledge of evidence integrity, forensic examination techniques, IT infrastructure and operating systems, alongside excellent analytical, reporting and communication skills.### Who It SuitsSuited to experienced forensic practitioners from consulting, law enforcement or government backgrounds who want greater autonomy, client exposure and a leadership role within a professional services forensic team.Compare Digital Forensics salaries in New Zealand →Learn More/Apply