Posted:
12/5/2024, 4:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Chicago, Illinois, United States ⋅ Illinois, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
IT & Security ⋅ Software Engineering
The Security Forensic Analyst plays a crucial role in supporting internal technology investigations. This position requires the ability to handle various tasks in a hands-on capacity. The ideal candidate should be a quick learner, a team player, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. They should also possess a strong sense of responsibility, ethics, values, and personal accountability.
The Security Forensic Analyst will:
Managing evidence with proper chain of custody procedures
Assist with computer incident investigations, determining the cause of the security incident and preserving evidence for potential legal action
Perform forensic analysis on computers, phones, and any other digital media
Interface with business function owners, legal, human resources, technical personnel and others
Make recommendations on corrective action for incidents
Assess artifacts/close incident vulnerability -- preserve technical evidence
Produce security incident and investigation reports/briefings
Travel on site for incident response and data collection
Security analysis skills, including ability to analyze logs to detect required information and patterns
Note:
Training provided
Hybrid role - 2-3 days in office or as needed
Basic Qualification:
Bachelor's Degree and/or minimum of 1 year working in information technology
Preferred Qualifcations/Skills:
Solid knowledge of computer equipment
Understanding of computer operating systems (Windows, iOS, &/or Linux)
Security analysis skills, including ability to analyze logs to detect required information and patterns
Ability to manipulate and present data
Nice to have experience in IT security, network security or related experience
Nice to have experience with forensic tools like FTK, EnCase, Nuix, Axiom, SIFT, etc.
Nice to have programming and scripting skills
Nice to have certification or education: BSc or equivalent in cryptography, data mining, computer science, communication technology, computer security and/or related certification
Professional Skills:
Above average problem-solving skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
Strong sense of ethics & values, ability to handle confidential situations with discretion
Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload
Strong willingness to learn and grow within the role
Demonstrated leadership in professional setting; either military or civilian
Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration in a professional setting; either military or civilian
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Maryland, New York or Washington as set forth below.
We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
Information on benefits is here.
Role Location Hourly Salary Range
California $22 to $63
Colorado $22 to $54
District of Columbia $23 to $58
Illinois $20 to $54
Minnesota $22 to $54
Maryland $20 to $50
New York $20 to $63
Washington $23 to $58
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