Cloud Forensic Analyst IV

TL;DR

Cloud Forensic Analyst IV (Cloud Forensics): Acquire and analyze computer artifacts, perform forensic triage, and correlate findings to network events during onsite incident response engagements with an accent on cloud environments like SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS. Focus on developing intrusion narratives, creating forensically sound evidence duplicates, and authoring investigative reports to support mitigation and restoration.

Location: Onsite in Arlington, VA. U.S. Citizenship and Active TS/SCI clearance required. Ability to obtain DHS EOD Suitability.

Company

hirify.global provides cyber defense, data operations, systems integration, and intelligence mission support to U.S. Government customers, focusing on incident response for civilian agencies and critical infrastructure.

What you will do

• Acquire and collect computer artifacts like malware and user activity during onsite engagements.
• Triage devices, assess evidentiary value, and correlate forensic findings to network events for intrusion narratives.
• Perform forensic triage to determine scope, urgency, and impact of incidents.
• Collect, process, preserve, analyze, and present computer-related evidence.
• Coordinate with government and customer personnel to validate alerts and findings.
• Conduct analysis of forensic images and assist in documenting CND guidance and reports.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship, Active TS/SCI clearance, and DHS EOD Suitability.
• 10+ years in cyber forensic investigations with leading tools.
• In-depth understanding of SaaS, PaaS, IaaS in cloud environments.
• Ability to create forensic images and author investigative reports.
• Proficiency in attack analysis, evidence handling, chain of custody, and common OS (Linux/Unix, Windows).
• BS in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related; or HS Diploma + 10 years forensics experience.

Nice to have

• Experience with M365/Azure authentication, APIs, PowerShell for queries.
• Proficiency in scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell) and Azure/M365 administration.
• Certifications: GCFA, GCFE, GCIH, CISSP, AWS/Azure certs, SANS courses.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment with talented teams focused on innovation and complex problem-solving.
• Opportunities for training and career growth in cloud forensics.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.