Digital Forensics Analyst

The Role

This full-time, on-site position involves conducting forensic acquisition and analysis across computers, mobile devices, IoT hardware, cloud environments, and non-standard media. Daily work includes capturing volatile data, reviewing evidentiary artefacts, producing reports for both technical and executive audiences, and maintaining forensic tools in line with SWGDE and NIST guidelines.

Skills & Experience

Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph and bring extensive experience in memory forensics, file system analysis, log review, and cloud instance investigation. Familiarity with SWGDE and NIST validation frameworks is required. A relevant degree is expected, supported by at least nine to fourteen years of experience depending on qualification level.

Who It Suits

This role suits a seasoned forensics professional comfortable operating within a structured government cybersecurity programme, handling sensitive investigations including insider threat and malicious intrusion cases. Those who can communicate complex technical findings clearly to executive stakeholders and contribute to continuous improvement of forensic processes will thrive here.