DFIR Digital Forensic Incident Response Analyst

What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the end result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical? For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK’s ultimate deterrent – Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counter-terrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions. It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you? Information Services and Security have a vital role to play in a crucial national mission. We’re here to enable the organisation to deliver through the use of technology. As AWE transforms itself to meet the needs of the UK’s next-generation nuclear deterrent, we need to adapt to deliver data-driven decision making, flexible and future-proofed IT services, adaptable cyber security, support to a multi-billion Pound building programme, and many more. The scale might be daunting to some, but you’ll find it stimulating. We’ve got a long journey that we’ve only just started and we’re looking for motivated people who can take us in the right direction. Your role will contribute directly to that shared mission. This is a role where you’ll contribute to a legacy of national security for decades to come. So come and join us. AWE are currently seeking a DFIR Analyst to investigate Cyber Security events and/or incidents and using the appropriate software. Generate actionable reports to provide insight into the potential or actual deviation from relevant Company policies. Location - Reading Salary - £35,840 - £45,000 per annum As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work)
• Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
• A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)
• Life Assurance
• Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family
• A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing – more information available on our careers site

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide a Digital Forensic incident response investigation capability.
• Maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player.
• Additional accountabilities for this job profile may be defined and appointed through the Chief Engineer Management Arrangements, with appointees listed within the Company Design Authorities and Technical Authorities, as held in the company management system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate Cyber security events and/or incidents.
• Provide technical investigative input into Company investigations.
• Provide technical investigative input into Human Resources (HR), Personnel Security and Security investigations.
• Support the development of the Security Intelligence picture.
• Carry out open source research to assist investigations and the security intelligence picture.
• Inspire and develop People
• Leads Innovation: Maintains technical skills to allow AWE to benefit from new and emerging technologies in order to make supportive decisions.
• The Company may require you to fulfil any other reasonable duties aligned to your position from time to time in line with business needs.

You Will Have:

• Digital Forensic Incident Response qualifications ENCE/MCFE/GCFA/GCFE/CFSR, or equivalent experience.
• Been responsible for forensic investigations or incident response within a large organisation or across multiple customers.
• An in depth understanding of relevant laws and regulations around digital investigations
• An Incident Response/Investigation role in a large commercial company, government, security or military environment.
• Had exposure to security monitoring, auditing and investigation/ interrogation of IT systems.

All Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. Please note that you must be a British National to apply for a role with us. Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.