Entry-Level Digital Forensics Investigator — Mentored Role

Forensic Focus Limited; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Forensic Focus Limited is seeking an entry-level digital forensics support role near Johannesburg. You will assist investigators under mentorship, collecting and preserving digital evidence and maintaining chain of custody while learning to analyze logs, files and emails.

Ideal candidates hold a Matric qualification with ongoing or completed cybersecurity/IT studies, up to two years of experience, and a willingness to work on-site and travel with a valid passport.

Qualifications

• Matric qualification alongside current or completed studies in cybersecurity, IT, or a related field.
• Up to two years' experience.
• Familiarity with operating systems and file systems.
• Training is provided on FTK Imager, Autopsy, Cellebrite, EnCase, and EDR platforms.
• SOC or networking knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support digital forensic investigations and cyber incident response.
• Collect and preserve digital evidence, maintain chain of custody.
• Perform supervised analysis of logs, files, and emails.
• Document findings accurately for legal and audit purposes.

Skills

Operating systems knowledge

File systems knowledge

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Networking knowledge (SOC)

Team collaboration

Education

Matric qualification

Studies in cybersecurity/IT or related field

Tools

FTK Imager

Autopsy

Cellebrite

EnCase

EDR platforms

Job description

Forensic Focus Limited is seeking an entry-level digital forensics support role near Johannesburg. You will assist investigators under mentorship, collecting and preserving digital evidence and maintaining chain of custody while learning to analyze logs, files and emails.

Ideal candidates hold a Matric qualification with ongoing or completed cybersecurity/IT studies, up to two years of experience, and a willingness to work on-site and travel with a valid passport.