Associate Digital Forensics & Incident Response
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Role summary
Responsible for investigating cybersecurity incidents and performing digital forensic analysis to identify threats, determine root causes, and support remediation activities. Collects, preserves, and analyzes digital evidence from systems, networks, and devices to reconstruct security events and support incident investigations. Monitors security alerts, investigates suspicious activity, and assists in containment and recovery efforts following cybersecurity incidents. Uses forensic tools and security analysis techniques to examine logs, network traffic, system artifacts, and malware indicators to determine the scope and impact of incidents. Collaborates with cybersecurity, IT, and risk management teams to strengthen incident response procedures and improve detection capabilities. Typically requires experience in cybersecurity operations, digital forensics, or incident response and a degree in cybersecurity, digital forensics, computer science, information security, or a related field.
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