Digital Forensics and Incident Response Engineer

Digital Forensics and Incident Response Engineer

Location: UK (Multiple locations considered)

Permanent

A leading cyber response organisation that are recognised as one of the UK's nine Tier 1 incident responders are looking for a Digital Forensics and Incident Response Engineer to join its Cyber Response Services team. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact cyber incidents across a diverse client base, with access to advanced tooling and professional development.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will support clients in managing and recovering from cyber security incidents. The role combines strategic coordination with hands-on technical investigation, with a strong emphasis on both digital forensics and incident response.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead cyber incident response activities, including participation in an on-call rota.
• Conduct forensic analysis of digital evidence (e.g., disk images, memory captures, network traffic, and log files).
• Advise clients on the current cyber threat landscape and relevant attack methodologies.
• Support client engagements through reporting, implementation, and issue resolution.
• Contribute to structured responses for proposals and bids.

Required Experience & Skills

• Demonstrable experience in both digital forensics and incident response.
• Strong technical background in computing, networking, and scripting/programming.
• Broad understanding of cyber threats, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.
• Familiarity with forensic and security tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Desirable Qualifications

• Certifications such as CREST Certified Incident Manager (CCIM), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), or equivalent.
• Degree or MSc in Information Security, IT, or a relevant STEM discipline.
• Eligibility for UK government security clearance (SC/DV) is advantageous.

What's Offered

• Opportunity to work on nationally significant cyber incidents.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and continuous professional development.
• A collaborative and high-performing team environment

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