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Cyber Forensics Analyst

ECS

Portland, OR

Onsite · Mid · Full-time

The Role

This position supports security operations through hands-on digital forensics, malware analysis, and incident response. Day to day, analysts examine endpoints, servers, memory, and file system artifacts, develop indicators of compromise, produce clear technical findings, and collaborate with SOC teams and data centres throughout investigations.

Skills & Experience

Candidates should bring solid cybersecurity experience alongside proficiency with industry-standard forensic tools and open-source DFIR utilities. Familiarity with Windows Registry, Linux artifacts, memory forensics, and malware analysis techniques is essential, as are strong written communication skills. Experience supporting SOC or incident response functions is expected.

Who It Suits

This role suits a mid-level forensics professional who works effectively both independently and as part of a wider security team. Someone comfortable operating across multiple investigations simultaneously, communicating technical findings clearly to varied audiences, and escalating complex reverse-engineering challenges appropriately will thrive here.

Typical advertised salary for Digital Forensics roles in United States: $90,000–$154,000 (median $120,000 — from 170 recent listings analysed by Forensic Focus).

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Listed: 2026-05-30