Senior Digital Forensics Specialist: Financial Crimes

Financial Intelligence Centre; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Financial Intelligence Centre is seeking a Forensic Specialist to coordinate investigations into complex financial crimes. You will oversee digital evidence collection, analysis and reporting, supporting legal proceedings and strategic goals of the forensic capability division.

The role requires a degree in digital forensics/IT with 4+ years of relevant experience and preferred certifications (GCFA, CHFI, CEDS, ACFE, ICFP, EnCE).

Qualifications

• Degree in Digital Forensics, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology or related field.
• 4+ years in Digital Forensics, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology or related field.
• GCFA - Certification Preferred
• CHFI - Certification Preferred
• CEDS - Certification Preferred
• ACFE - CFE Certification Preferred
• ICFP - Certification Preferred
• EnCE - Certification Preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate forensic data collection from devices, storage, cloud services and networks to support legal evidence.
• Ensure data integrity and address gaps in information for investigations.
• Analyze digital evidence using eDiscovery and ICT tools to produce quality information.
• Reconstruct digital trails to trace illicit financial flows.
• Maintain chain of custody and prepare reports or affidavits by due dates.
• Collaborate with forensic accounting and law enforcement as required.

Education

Degree in Digital Forensics / IT

4+ years in Digital Forensics / IT

GCFA Certification

CHFI Certification

CEDS Certification

ACFE CFE Certification

ICFP Certification

EnCE Certification

Job description

Financial Intelligence Centre is seeking a Forensic Specialist to coordinate investigations into complex financial crimes. You will oversee digital evidence collection, analysis and reporting, supporting legal proceedings and strategic goals of the forensic capability division.

The role requires a degree in digital forensics/IT with 4+ years of relevant experience and preferred certifications (GCFA, CHFI, CEDS, ACFE, ICFP, EnCE).