Associate Director

Hiring for an exciting opportunity for an experienced Associate Director of Forensics to lead high-impact Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) engagements. This leadership role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, has deep technical expertise, and excels at managing high-performing teams.

You’ll oversee multiple forensic investigation teams, manage the full lifecycle of complex cyber incidents, and help ensure timely and accurate analysis to support post-incident decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage DFIR investigations, including scoping, analysis, reporting, and quality control.
• Oversee digital evidence collection processes and ensure proper handling and analysis timelines.
• Act as a technical SME for assigned teams, providing oversight, mentorship, and escalation support.
• Drive operational efficiency through structured workflows and enforcement of investigative playbooks.
• Conduct performance reviews and support career development for forensic analysts.
• Participate in internal strategy, reporting reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a hands-on caseload while balancing leadership responsibilities.

Ideal Candidate

• 12+ years of experience in digital forensics and incident response.
• Strong knowledge of host- and network-based forensics, malware analysis, and breach investigations.
• Proficient with tools such as EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Axiom, Redline, Volatility, and open-source utilities.
• Experience with scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.).
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage multiple concurrent investigations.
• Skilled in writing clear, concise forensic reports and communicating findings to technical and non-technical audiences.

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