Mid-Level Forensics Analyst

US·PortlandRemotemid

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Requirements Summary

Windows and Linux operating systems File systems, logs, and system artifacts Common attacker behaviors and malware indicators Strong documentation and written communication skills.

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Responsibilities

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→Conduct forensic analysis on endpoints, servers, and removable media.
→Acquire, preserve, and analyze digital evidence in accordance with forensic best practices.
→Perform disk, memory, and artifact analysis to identify user activity, malware, or unauthorized access.
→Support investigations involving security incidents, insider activity, and data exfiltration.

→Assist incident response teams with forensic scoping, timeline creation, and root cause analysis.
→Analyze forensic artifacts to determine attack vectors, persistence mechanisms, and impact.
→Identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and support remediation efforts.

→Maintain proper evidence handling and chain‑of‑custody documentation.
→Produce clear forensic notes, findings, and supporting artifacts.
→Contribute to forensic and incident reports used by technical, legal, or leadership teams.

→Utilize forensic tools for data acquisition, analysis, and reporting.
→Perform artifact validation and cross‑verification to ensure analytical accuracy.
→Support improvements to forensic workflows and repeatable procedures.

→Work closely with senior forensic analysts and incident responders.
→Participate in tabletop exercises, incident reviews, and training activities.
→Continue skill development in forensic techniques, tools, and emerging technologies. Required Skills & Qualifications

→3–5 years of experience in digital forensics, incident response, or cybersecurity analysis.
→Hands‑on experience performing forensic acquisitions and analysis.
→Solid understanding of: