Assistant Manager- Digital Forensic Incident Response

McGrathNicol is a specialist Advisory and Restructuring firm, helping businesses improve performance, manage risk, and achieve stability and growth.
We are currently seeking a seasoned cybersecurity professional with experience in Digital Forensics and Incident Response. You will be managing and conducting thorough investigations, performing detailed analyses, and collaborating with clients to proactively, and reactively address their cybersecurity needs.
Closing Date

• 28-December 2023

• Participate in the response to cyber incidents, including business email compromise, ransomware incidents, data breaches, malware infections, insider threats, and other security breaches, involvement in local or national project initiatives as required.
• Conduct in-depth Digital Forensics investigations on various platforms and devices, such as servers, workstations, mobile devices, and cloud environments, to identify the extent of compromises and potential threat actors.
• Quickly assess incoming incidents, coordinating with internal teams and clients to implement containment strategies and mitigate potential damages.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cyber threats, attack techniques, and threat actor trends
• Utilise cutting-edge cybersecurity tools, software, and methodologies to gather and analyse digital evidence, reconstructing incident timelines, and producing comprehensive reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Create clear and concise reports documenting investigation findings, analysis results, and recommended remediation actions for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including cybersecurity professionals, legal teams, and IT personnel, to ensure comprehensive and cohesive Incident Response efforts.

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in Digital Forensics and Incident Response, preferably in a professional services or consulting environment.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, Incident Response frameworks (e.g. NIST, SANS), and various operating systems and network architectures.
• Experience in using Digital Forensics and Incident Response tools (e.g. EDR, FTK, Axiom), malware analysis tools, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to draw meaningful conclusions.
• Strong communication skills to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively.
• Strong commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and ethical conduct in handling sensitive data and information.

• We offer a dynamic environment where employees are rewarded for their hard work through our annual bonus program. Other benefits include excellent training and career development opportunities, and the opportunity to work in a social and inclusive team environment.

• To apply for this exciting opportunity please click the 'APPLY NOW' button at the top of this page. If you would like further information, please contact our national HR team at HR@mcgrathnicol.com.