Digital Forensics Incident Responder

SCIENTE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SCIENTE is seeking an enthusiastic Digital Forensics Incident Responder (DFIR) to join our cyber security team in Singapore. The role involves managing digital evidence, incident investigations, and collaboration with the SOC to ensure rapid containment and root-cause analysis.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in information security, hands-on experience with major forensic tools, and a strong grasp of malware, IDS, and SIEM platforms.

Qualifications

• Requires Diploma or Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or Information Security.
• At least 5 years of work experience in information security focusing on incident response or digital forensics.
• Experience with forensic toolkits for imaging, collection, transformation and analysis of digital evidence.

Responsibilities

• Provide forensic support to manage Digital Forensics and Incident Response operations.
• Monitor and triage cyber threat information from logs and feeds.
• Assist analysts in malware and root-cause analysis investigations.
• Investigate cybersecurity incidents involving digital forensics and log analysis.
• Prepare incident reports for stakeholders with technical and business perspectives.

Skills

Digital Forensics

Incident response

Cyber security

Threat intelligence

Communication

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in CS/Engineering/Info Security

Tools

Magnet AXIOM

Encase

X-Ways

FTK

Autopsy

Job description

We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate candidate to join the cyber security team as a Digital Forensics Incident Responder (DFIR).

Mandatory Skill-set

• Diploma or Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Information Security;
• Must have 5 years of work experience in Information Security focusing on identifying remediating and investigation of Cyber Security Incidents or Digital Forensics;
• Experience in forensic tool kits such as Magnet AXIOM, Encase, X-Ways, FTK or Autopsy in imaging, collection, transformation, analysing, gathering, examination, investigation different kinds of digital evidences;
• Good understanding of Malware, Intrusion Detection Systems and SIEM platforms;
• Proactive and self-motivated team player with a strong sense of responsibility and accountability;
• Keen learner and strong passion in self-development and cyber security research;
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills with ability to work in fast paced environment;
• Good written and communication skills.

Desired Skill-set

• Certifications, including GIAC GCFA, GCFE, GCIH or related certifications;
• Experience working in a Security Operation Centre (SOC).

Responsibilities

• Part of the Cyber Forensic team to provide forensic support to manage Digital Forensic and Incident Reponses and ensure smooth operations of daily operations;
• Responsible to monitor, triage cyber threat information from news, incoming feeds and logs;
• Assist and support Digital Forensics Incident Responder Analyst to investigate any malware out-rage, security incidents or root-cause analysis;
• Investigate cybersecurity incidents that may involve digital forensic analysis, malware analysis and log analysis;
• Perform cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities assessment;
• Provide strong technical guidance on investigation and threat assessments;
• Track and manage incidents and handle end-to-end resolution starting from detection (opening) to closure;
• Adhere to the Standard Operation Procedures (SOP) within the security operations; regularly review them to improve the efficiency;
• Maintain situational awareness and keep current with cyber security news and threat actor Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs);
• Prepare and review incident reports to update stakeholders and report potential findings from both technical and business perspective.