Senior Information Security Analyst (Forensics)

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Information Security Analyst specializing in digital forensics to join a Kimberley team. The role focuses on leading forensic investigations, evidence handling, and expert analysis to support legal and internal proceedings.

Requirements include a CS/Digital Forensics/Cybersecurity degree, 5+ years in forensics and incident response, and proficiency with EnCase, FTK, Cellebrite, and Volatility. On-site in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in digital forensics and incident response.
• Proficiency with standard digital forensic tools and methodologies.
• Strong OS and network protocol understanding; memory, mobile, and cloud forensics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic examinations of computers, mobile devices, networks, and cloud environments.
• Acquire and preserve digital evidence in a legally admissible manner.
• Analyze data to identify root causes, perpetrators, and impact of incidents.
• Develop detailed forensic reports documenting findings and methods.
• Present findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including legal counsel.
• Assist in incident response activities and containment efforts.
• Stay current with developments in digital forensics and cybersecurity threats.
• Maintain chain of custody for all digital evidence.
• Provide expert witness testimony when required.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Investigative skills

Report writing

Communication

Discretion under pressure

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Digital Forensics / Cybersecurity

Tools

EnCase

FTK

Cellebrite

Volatility

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading provider of digital forensics and incident response services, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Information Security Analyst specializing in digital forensics to join their established team in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA . This role is critical in conducting in-depth investigations into complex security incidents, recovering digital evidence, and providing expert analysis to support legal and internal proceedings. The ideal candidate will possess advanced technical skills in digital forensics, a meticulous approach to evidence handling, and a strong understanding of incident response methodologies. This position requires on-site presence in Kimberley .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic examinations of computers, mobile devices, networks, and cloud environments.
• Acquire and preserve digital evidence in a legally admissible manner.
• Analyze collected data to identify the root cause of security incidents, perpetrators, and impact.
• Utilize a range of forensic tools and techniques (e.g., EnCase, FTK, Cellebrite, Volatility).
• Develop detailed forensic reports documenting findings, methodologies, and conclusions.
• Present findings in a clear and concise manner to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including legal counsel.
• Assist in incident response activities, providing forensic expertise to containment and eradication efforts.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in digital forensics, malware analysis, and cybersecurity threats.
• Maintain chain of custody for all digital evidence.
• Provide expert witness testimony when required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in digital forensics and incident response.
• Proficiency with industry-standard digital forensic tools and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux), file systems, and network protocols.
• Experience with memory forensics, mobile device forensics, and cloud forensics.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage sensitive cases with discretion.
• Relevant certifications such as CFCE, EnCE, GCFE, GCFA, or CCFP are highly desirable.
• Willingness to work on-site in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA .

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical benefits, and opportunities for continuous professional development in the specialized field of digital forensics.
• Employees benefit from working with a team of highly experienced professionals and access to cutting-edge forensic tools and technologies.
• This role provides a challenging and rewarding career path within a critical sector, offering the chance to contribute to significant investigations.
• You will work in a dynamic environment in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA , playing a key role in uncovering digital truths.