ZEISS

Information Technology

DigitalForensicAnalyst

oberkochen, baden-wurttemberg, germany FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Digital Forensic Analyst at ZEISS. Skills: Digital forensics, Incident response, Threat hunting. Conduct digital forensic investigations. Collect, preserve, and document forensic evidence”

What You'll Achieve.

Improve the organization’s security posture; Improve investigation quality and efficiency

Industry & Context.

Information Technology
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving competence

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Degree in Computer Science, IT Security, or related work experience, Proven experience in digital forensics, information security incident response, or cybersecurity, knowledge of relevant best practices, laws, and regulations related to digital forensics and cybersecurity in the EU, such as NIS2 Directive, Hands-on experience in analyzing digital evidence, including Windows and iOS mobile forensics, understanding of network protocols, malware analysis, data recovery, analytical skills, structured work approach and problem-solving competence

Nice to Have

High level of self-motivation, results-oriented mindset

What You'll Do.

Conduct digital forensic investigations

and document forensic evidence

Reconstruct and analyze security incidents

Support Incident Response Team

Perform proactive threat hunting

Create detailed forensic reports

Work closely with IT and security teams

Deliver training and awareness sessions

Continuously assess and enhance forensic methodologies

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with internal stakeholders; Support the Cybersecurity Incident Response Team; Work closely with internal IT and security teams; Provide training for SOC Level 2 Analysts and other security stakeholders

Communication Scope

Present technical findings clearly

Full Job Description

Welcome to ZEISS – a company that combines innovation and responsibility! Our corporate functions are diverse and make a decisive contribution to the strategic orientation and sustainable success of ZEISS. Corporate Information Technology (CIT) is the central part of the company’s strategy, developing and implementing innovative security solutions to enhance efficiency and competitiveness in the Carl Zeiss Group. By working closely with various business units, CIT ensures that technological advancements and digital transformations are seamlessly integrated into business processes. ## **Your Role:** As a Digital Forensic Analyst, you will be responsible for investigating and reconstructing information security incidents using advanced forensic tools and methodologies, ensuring compliance with legal and industry standards. You will proactively hunt for threats, support the Cybersecurity Incident Response Team with expert analysis, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve the organization’s security posture. In addition, you will develop forensic reports, provide training, and continuously optimize forensic processes and technologies. * Conduct digital forensic investigations in the context of information security incidents, ensuring thorough and accurate analysis. * Collect, preserve, and document forensic evidence in accordance with industry standards and legal requirements. * Reconstruct and analyze security incidents using advanced forensic tools and techniques. * Support the Cybersecurity Incident Response Team (CSIRT) with expert insights during incident detection, analysis, and remediation. * Perform proactive threat hunting by analyzing network traffic, log data, and endpoint activities to detect indicators of compromise (IoCs) and hidden threats. * Create detailed forensic reports and present technical findings clearly to internal stakeholders, including risk and legal teams. * Work closely with internal IT and security teams to drive improvements

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