Senior Forensic Analyst

Responsibilities Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Forensic Analyst in Boca Raton, FL. Duties Include: • Leads the Forensics analysis to support the Forensic lead, on engagements for Ransomware/compromise investigations. • Works with the tiger team analysts to perform Forensic analysis of artifacts, including (but not limited to) the analysis of operating system artifacts and the recovery of deleted items from multiple operating systems including Windows, Linux, Mac, and RAM/memory forensics • Analyzes network and operating system log files including Windows Event logs, Unified Audit Logs, Firewall logs, VPN logs, etc. • Works with the Security Operations Center (SOC) to leverage data from alerts provided by existing and deployed Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions to identify Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) or Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) for variants related to case • Internally prepares Forensics findings and updates in a clear, concise manner through a narrative story outlining the timeline of events - modifies delivery in-line with the call's audience and technical capabilities • Employs the usage of incident-mapping frameworks while developing the attack map such as MITRE's ATT&CK and Lockheed Martin's Cyber Kill Chain to help contextualize IOCs • Reviews and drafts written incident, investigative updates, reports, and appendices as the explicit direction of counsel and partners based on the findings using the standard report templates; Performs Peer reviews of reports written by team members • Delivers on the Forensic Investigations plan and works with the lead to manage the timeline, delivery, and execution of the forensic analysis across projects • May perform other duties as assigned by management Requirements • Thorough knowledge of Windows disk, Unix or Linux disk, and memory forensics; Network Security Monitoring (NSM), network traffic analysis, and log analysis • Experience and understanding of enterprise security controls • Experienced with EnCase, Axiom, FTK, X-Ways, SIFT, Splunk, Redline, Volatility, WireShark, TCPDump, and open-source forensic tools • Ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed with objectives with minimal supervision • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to identify and resolve compliance-related issues effectively • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to prepare clear and concise reports and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams • Proficient in Microsoft Suite products • Experience delivering technical findings to a non-technical audience, preferred • Experience leading teams of analysts, preferred • Provide findings in a confident, factual manner, preferred • Knowledge and experience in handling PII, PHI, sensitive, confidential, and proprietary datasets, preferred • Experience with Cyber insurance investigations, preferred The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.