Senior Digital Forensics & Insider Threats Investigator

EY; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

EY in Chicago is seeking a Digital Investigations professional to deliver technical reviews and bespoke analyses for clients across industries. You will plan investigations, liaise with clients, and perform data review to understand how data may have been misused.

The role emphasizes cutting-edge forensics, log analysis, and responsible communication to both technical and non-technical audiences, with opportunities to grow within a global security practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, technology, computer science, informatics, data science, or related field.
• 2+ years relevant work experience.
• Professional designation such as CFE, CFCE, RCA or EnCE desirable.
• Excellent project management and documentation skills with ability to prioritize on multiple engagements.
• Travel willingness and ability to work beyond standard hours when necessary.
• Access to reliable transportation to EY office and client sites.

Responsibilities

• Balance client liaison with creating an investigation plan to perform data review and analysis.
• Investigate what happened and help determine potential impact and data misuse.
• Assist clients in assessing and resolving insider threats across multiple engagements.
• Think creatively about data misuse, identify malicious insiders, improve data integrity and privacy risk mitigation.

Skills

Digital investigations

Digital forensics

Log analysis

Timeline creation

Communication of technical events

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Forensic tools

Job description

EY in Chicago is seeking a Digital Investigations professional to deliver technical reviews and bespoke analyses for clients across industries. You will plan investigations, liaise with clients, and perform data review to understand how data may have been misused.

The role emphasizes cutting-edge forensics, log analysis, and responsible communication to both technical and non-technical audiences, with opportunities to grow within a global security practice.