DFIR Managing Consultant

IronGate Cybersecurity LLC; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Forensic Focus seeks an experienced digital forensics and incident response professional to lead investigations end to end, from scoping calls to final reporting. You will perform thorough forensic analysis, review artifacts and documentation, and mentor junior analysts while maintaining clear client and legal counsel communication.

The role balances hands-on casework with leadership duties in a growing consulting practice, demanding strong methodology and exceptional client-facing skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in digital forensics and incident response.
• Strong proficiency with FTK, EnCase, X-Ways, KAPE and Velociraptor.
• Certifications such as CCE, CFCE, GCFA, GCFE, GNFA and GCTI preferred.
• Solid forensic methodology knowledge and client-facing communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead DFIR investigations end to end from scoping calls through to final reporting.
• Perform forensic analysis and review documentation and artifacts.
• Mentor junior analysts and maintain clear communication with clients and legal counsel throughout engagements.

Skills

Digital forensics

Incident response

Leadership / mentoring

Client communication

Education

CCE

CFCE

GCFA

GCFE

GNFA

GCTI

Tools

FTK

EnCase

X-Ways

KAPE

Velociraptor

Eric Zimmerman's Tools

Job description

The Role

This position leads DFIR investigations end to end, from scoping calls through to final reporting. Responsibilities include conducting forensic analysis, reviewing documentation and artifacts, mentoring junior analysts, and maintaining clear communication with clients and legal counsel throughout engagements.

Skills & Experience

Candidates need 5+ years in digital forensics and incident response, with proficiency in FTK, EnCase, X-Ways, KAPE, Eric Zimmerman's Tools and Velociraptor. Preferred certifications include CCE, CFCE, GCFA, GCFE, GNFA and GCTI, alongside strong forensic methodology knowledge.

Who It Suits

Ideal for an experienced forensic analyst ready to step into a leadership role, balancing hands-on casework with mentoring responsibilities and client-facing communication within a growing consulting practice.