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Job Description
3–5 years of hands-on experience in cyber fraud investigations, digital forensics, and advanced data analytics. In this role, you’ll lead investigations, perform forensic analysis, and utilize scripting and automation to detect, analyze, and respond to threats—bridging the gap between cyber defense and actionable intelligence.
1. Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Lead and support complex digital forensics investigations involving cyber fraud, insider threats, and data breaches.
- Conduct end-to-end forensic acquisition, preservation, examination, and analysis of digital evidence from multiple sources (e.g., servers, mobile devices, cloud environments).
- Develop and implement automated scripts and RPA solutions for data parsing and case workflow efficiency.
- Leverage SQL and data analytics to extract, analyze, and correlate data from disparate systems for investigative purposes.
- Produce high-quality forensic reports suitable for legal, regulatory, or executive review.
- Collaborate with fraud response teams, legal counsel, and IT stakeholders during investigations.
- Stay current with trends in cybersecurity threats, forensic tools, and investigative techniques.
2. Skills and Competencies
- Digital Forensics Tools: EnCase, FTK (AccessData), Intella, Cellebrite, X-Ways
- Scripting & Querying: SQL, Python (preferred)
- Automation: Robotic Process Automation (RPA) tools such as UiPath, Blue Prism, or Automation Anywhere
- Data Analytics: Excel (advanced), Power BI, IDEA, or other analytics platforms
- Strong knowledge of Windows, Linux, and mobile OS file systems, registries, and artifacts
- Clear understanding of chain-of-custody and legal implications of digital evidence
3. Knowledge and Experience
- Banking and Insurance Experience
- Experience testifying as an expert witness or supporting legal proceedings
- Experience working in Financial Services industries (e.g., financial services, Insurance and Microfinance)
- Familiarity with SOC environments or incident response teams
4. Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field
- 3–5 years of experience in digital forensics, cyber fraud investigations, or related fields
- Certifications (any of the following highly preferred):
- EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE)
- AccessData Certified Examiner (ACE)
- Certified Computer Examiner (CCE)
- GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA) or similar
Skills
Action Planning, Application Development, Business Requirements Analysis, Computer Literacy, Data Compilation, Data Controls, Data Management, Data Modeling, Executing Plans, Gaps Analysis, IT Network Security, Management Reporting, Market Analysis, Policies & Procedures, User Requirements Documentation
