Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Specialist - UK Remote

Key Responsibilities: Digital Forensics & Incident Response: Be able to lead and coordinate responses to cybersecurity incidents, including identification, containment, eradication, and recovery. Analyse and investigate security breaches to determine the root cause and impact. Conduct digital forensic science-based incident response investigations on a variety of digital devices, including servers and end user workstations, network systems, SaaS platforms that contain artifacts, logging, and data of investigative relevance. Collect, preserve, and analyse digital evidence in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements. Reporting and Documentation: Be able to prepare detailed incident reports, including findings and properly authoring a story that does not just restate factual dates/times, but articulates a story of the incident for a non-technical audience. Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of all incident response activities and forensic investigations. Collaboration and Communication: Internally, work closely with cross-functional teams inclusive of DFIR, Advisory, Testing, Threat Intelligence, MDR/MSS, etc., Level Blue services. Externally, work closely with Client teams including IT, legal, compliance, and external vendors, to support expert delivery during engagements. Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates and ensure alignment with incident response processes.

Qualifications: Proven experience in DFIR.Strong knowledge of digital forensics tools and techniques, including X-Ways, or similar forensic tooling. Experience with incident response frameworks and methodologies, such as NIST, SANS, or similar. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and security technologies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Flexibility to support occasional travel and work outside standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, as required annually measured against a utilization target. The role also includes participation in an on-call schedule to support operational continuity and timely response to critical incidents.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Digital Forensics, Computer Science-focused or closely related field of study and expertise. DFIR industry accepted certifications. Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Power Shell) for automation and analysis. Knowledge of database formats for investigative and knowledge purposes. Knowledge of Azure, AWS, Oracle, and/or GWP as many modern threats traverse enterprise cloud platforms and knowledge of these platforms is a necessity for modern incident response engagements. EducationA high school diploma or equivalent is required; a college or university degree is a plus. Why Join Level Blue? At Level Blue, you're not just an employee—you're part of a team making a real difference in the world of cybersecurity. We foster a culture of innovation and creativity where your contributions are valued, and you'll have the support and resources to grow and thrive. This role is open to candidates legally authorized to work in the UK. At Level Blue, we support flexible work and bring people together in person for key moments based on role, team, and business needs. Level Blue is committed to a culture of respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other status protected under applicable law.