Entry-Level Digital Forensics Investigator - Mentorship

SGS; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Mentorship

Hands-on experience

SANAS-accredited lab exposure

Job summary

SGS is seeking an entry-level Digital Forensic First Responder to support incident response and investigations in a real-world lab environment. You will learn on industry-standard tools and assist with evidence handling from day one, under supervision.

This role cannot be remote and requires on-site work in Johannesburg. No prior tool experience is required; you will receive full training and mentorship from experienced investigators, with a clear pathway into a digital forensics career within a

Qualifications

• Matric/Grade 12 with a cybersecurity or digital forensics qualification.
• 0–2 years' experience; recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• Basic understanding of computers, operating systems, and file systems.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to follow structured procedures.
• Clear, professional written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Support digital forensic incident response and investigation activities.
• Assist with evidence collection, preservation, and chain of custody.
• Conduct basic forensic analysis (logs, files, emails, user activity) under supervision.
• Learn to identify and elevate Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
• Work with tools such as FTK Imager, Autopsy, Cellebrite, EnCase, and EDR platforms — full training provided, no prior experience with these tools required.
• Maintain clear, accurate documentation for legal and audit purposes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Matric/Grade 12

Cybersecurity/Digital Forensics qualification

Tools

FTK Imager

Autopsy

Cellebrite

EnCase

EDR platforms

Job description

SGS is seeking an entry-level Digital Forensic First Responder to support incident response and investigations in a real-world lab environment. You will learn on industry-standard tools and assist with evidence handling from day one, under supervision.

This role cannot be remote and requires on-site work in Johannesburg. No prior tool experience is required; you will receive full training and mentorship from experienced investigators, with a clear pathway into a digital forensics career within a