Senior Open-Source Intelligence Lead

Gijima Holdings; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Gijima Holdings seeks an experienced senior forensics and intelligence leader to drive open-source intelligence, blockchain analysis, and multi-source investigations. You will produce strategic reports, support law enforcement initiatives, and mentor teams in a high-security environment.

Ideal candidates have a Honours degree and 10+ years in digital forensics, cyber security or financial crime, with CEH and recognised certifications. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement are essential.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 10 years' experience across digital forensics, law enforcement, intelligence, cyber security, or financial crime/audit environments.
• CEH certification.
• Microsoft Security Associate certification.
• ACFE CFE certification.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex open-source intelligence gathering, analysis, and verification activities.
• Conduct advanced blockchain analysis, link analysis, data visualisation, and multi-source investigations.
• Utilise analytical methodologies, predictive tools, and AI-driven platforms to generate actionable intelligence.
• Produce strategic intelligence and evidence reports for key stakeholders.
• Support law enforcement initiatives through intelligence products, forensic reporting, affidavits, and court-related processes.
• Drive quality assurance, data integrity, governance, and compliance processes.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, training, and subject matter expertise.
• Engage with national and international stakeholders on intelligence matters, industry trends, and emerging technologies.

Skills

CEH

Microsoft Security Associate

ACFE CFE

Excellent communication

Education

Honours Degree in Digital Forensics/IT/Law/Statistics/Cyber Security

Job description

Gijima Holdings seeks an experienced senior forensics and intelligence leader to drive open-source intelligence, blockchain analysis, and multi-source investigations. You will produce strategic reports, support law enforcement initiatives, and mentor teams in a high-security environment.

Ideal candidates have a Honours degree and 10+ years in digital forensics, cyber security or financial crime, with CEH and recognised certifications. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement are essential.