Digital Forensic Investigator

Anglo American; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Digital Forensics Analyst, supporting cyber investigations and enhancing incident response capabilities. You will utilize advanced forensic tools to recover data, maintain evidence integrity, and collaborate with law enforcement. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment focused on operational excellence and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Professional certifications in Information Security from industry standards.
• Advanced knowledge of forensic software and hardware.

Responsibilities

• Support Cyber Investigations and incident response.
• Conduct digital investigations and prepare forensic reports.

Skills

Data Recovery

Incident Response

Cyber Security

Education

Bachelors / Honours degree in computer science

Tools

Axiom

FTK

Cellebrite

Epic

Nuix

Microsoft Purview

Job description

Company Description

Anglo American Platinum Limited (AAP), currently a subsidiary of Anglo American plc and listed on the Johannesburg Securities Exchange (JSE), is a leading primary producer of platinum group metals with mining, smelting and refining operations that are located in South Africa and Zimbabwe.

Our business is embarking on a significant transformation journey to embed operational excellence and set itself up as a standalone and independent entity. We will be empowered to define and pursue our own strategic vision for our activities in South Africa, Zimbabwe and global marketing capabilities. This new chapter presents a unique opportunity as we focus on enhancing our operational capabilities and accountability for delivering value to our stakeholders. We intend to remain the leading primary producer of platinum group metals, with capabilities across the full value chain from our mines to market. Integrating sustainability in what and how we do, we will play a leadership role to protect and create value, with safety as an overarching and paramount value.

We are looking for talented individuals to join our team. Take the next step in your career with us!

Number of positions: 1

Location: Corporate Office, Rosebank

Job Description

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• As a Digital Forensics Analyst, the role is to support Cyber Investigations with corporate investigations and the Security Operations Centre with incident response.
• Utilise forensic tools and techniques to recover and preserve data from digital devices and cloud sources.
• Stay abreast of digital forensics best practices and evolving cyber threats to enhance investigation and incident response capabilities.
• Assist in the development and improvement of digital forensics procedures and protocols.
• Maintain the chain of custody and ensure the integrity of digital evidence throughout the investigation process.
• Utilise e-discovery software to support investigations and breaches.
• Utilise security log collection and analysis to support investigations and breaches.
• Conduct digital investigations, collecting and analysing electronic evidence for corporate investigations and cyber security purposes.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, legal teams, and internal stakeholders to support digital investigations.
• Prepare detailed forensic reports and legal format/expert testimony for use in legal proceedings.
• Understanding the Incident Response process and how forensics support the process.
• Perform forensic analysis of malware and other cyber infections to establish behaviours, processes and steps of an attack and communicate these to threat hunting and intelligence teams.

Qualifications

• (Bachelors / Honours degree or equivalent) in computer science, business informatics, engineering/technology or equivalent.
• Professional certifications and experience in Information Security from industry standard security frameworks, e.g. ISACA, BCS, CIPP, ITIL, Crest, ISC2, COMPTIA and key security vendors including Microsoft, Crowdstrike, Qualys, IBM.

Technical knowledge(experience) required for role:

• Advanced knowledge of computer systems, data recovery, network protocols, file formats, encryption, and chain of custody procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of forensic software and hardware; Axiom, FTK, Cellebrite, remote collection processes.
• Advanced knowledge of e-discovery software and processes; Epic, Nuix, Microsoft Purview
• Understanding of threat actors, attack vectors, and emerging cyber threats.
• Knowledge of cloud security principles and best practices.
• Awareness of relevant cybersecurity regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, NIST).
• Understanding of mobile device security, including mobile operating systems and app security.
• Understanding of encryption algorithms, key management, and secure communication protocols.
• Experience with securing and log analysis of cloud environments on platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Ability to analyze network traffic and user account activity to identify anomalies.
• Understanding of data breaches and the process of collection, investigation and reporting in region.
• Ability to implement encryption solutions to protect data at rest and in transit.

Technical skills

• Understanding of network protocols, architectures, and components.
• Ability to configure and manage network security devices.
• Familiarity with firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and network monitoring tools.
• Proficiency in securing various operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and macOS.
• Knowledge of system hardening techniques, patch management, and access controls.
• Ability to monitor and analyze threat intelligence sources to identify potential risks.
• Understanding of security assessments and penetration testing.
• Experience in configuring data loss prevention (DLP) policies and monitoring data flows.
• Understanding of DLP solutions to prevent unauthorized data leakage.
• Understanding of secure coding principles to develop and maintain secure applications.
• Understanding of TCP/IP protocols, subnetting, routing, and network architecture.

Additional Information

Who we are

We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies. As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of the process.

• Advert closing date:22 May 2025