DFIR Expert (Lead)

We are looking for a DFIR Expert to join our team at CyberProof. In this role, you will lead high-impact forensic investigations, drive incident response efforts, and shape the future of our DFIR service. You will serve as the highest escalation point, working hands-on to contain threats and protect our clients environments.

What You ll Do

Investigate & Respond: Conduct deep-dive digital forensics investigations across file systems, memory, and networks. Leverage EDR, SIEM, firewalls, and diverse datasets to handle containment, eradication, and recovery.

Lead the Effort: Act as the technical and management lead during incidents, managing communication both internally and externally with clients.

Innovate & Automate: Develop custom tools to automate triage and accelerate the investigation process. Introduce and maintain systems to keep the team mission-ready.

Own the Service: Collaborate with pre-sales, account managers, and subcontractors to scale the DFIR service, expand customer reach, and drive business growth.

Deliver Clarity: Provide in-depth incident reports and comprehensive Root Cause Analysis.

What We re Looking For

Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience in DFIR, Threat Hunting, SOC, or InfoSec.

OS & Network Internal Expertise:



Deep understanding of Windows and Linux operating system essentials, network communications, and compromise footprints.

Malware Analysis: Proven ability to perform dynamic and static malware analysis to extract actionable indicators of compromise (IOCs).

Technical Breadth: Solid grasp of digital forensics methodologies, computer intrusion tactics, security architecture, and system administration.

Mindset: A critical thinker with a proactive, action-oriented approach to problem-solving and excellent attention to detail.

Availability: Ready to tackle confirmed breaches as part of our highest escalation tier, which includes 24/7 availability when critical incidents strike.

Advantages (Nice to Have) Experience with macOS Forensics or Cloud Incident Response. Strong time management and communication skills. Industry-standard certifications such as GCFE, GCFA, GNFA, GCTI, GCIH, or GCIA.

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📌 DFIR Lead (Thiruvananthapuram)
🏢 Cyberproof
📍 Thiruvananthapuram