DFIR Specialist

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a DFIR specialist to join a passionate cybersecurity team, leading incident detection, analysis, and response, as well as conducting digital forensic investigations. Key Highlights: 1. Join a European leader in Cybersecurity 2. Be part of a team of passionate specialists 3. Hybrid and flexible work **Company Description** **Joining Advens means joining a European leader in Cybersecurity**, but above all, it means becoming part of a team of **passionate specialists** who protect organizations increasingly exposed to threats, helping them fulfill their missions—often critical ones. It also means being part of a collective that places its performance at the service of **high-impact projects**. We have **600 experts** distributed across **France, Spain, Italy, Germany, as well as Montreal and Tahiti**. Our protection mission guides and drives us every day—but it is not enough. If cybersecurity can make the world function, our performance must also contribute to **changing it**. **Together and always forward:** since our earliest steps, we have built upon three core values. More than a brand, they are our driving force for acting today and improving tomorrow: **\#Audacity \#Collective \#Impact**. Training, growth opportunities, mobility… **we support each individual’s project according to their desires and ambitions**. We believe work-life balance is a path to personal development, so we champion **autonomy**: freedom in where you work, as well as in how you organize your daily activities. And to preserve our valuable team spirit, our weeks are filled with moments of **togetherness and sharing**… always with a touch of humor. As you can see, we seek more than cybersecurity experts: **we seek committed and passionate individuals**. **Job Description** We are seeking a **DFIR (Digital Forensics \& Incident Response)** specialist with at least 3 years of experience to join our team. The selected candidate will be responsible for security incident detection, analysis, and response, as well as conducting digital forensic investigations to identify the origin, scope, and impact of potential compromises. **Main Responsibilities** * Lead and execute security incident response activities (detection, containment, eradication, and recovery). * Conduct forensic analysis on endpoints, systems, and networks to investigate security incidents. * Analyze malware and suspicious artifacts to determine their behavior and impact. * Manage and correlate security events from multiple sources (SIEM, EDR, logs, etc.). * Prepare detailed technical reports and executive summaries on incidents and findings. * Collaborate with internal teams (IT, legal, compliance) during investigations. * Propose improvements to processes, playbooks, and incident response capabilities. * Stay up to date on threats, vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity trends. **Requirements** * Minimum 3 years of experience in incident response and digital forensics. * Practical experience with security tools such as SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and forensic solutions. * Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems and network environments. * Experience analyzing logs, network traffic, and forensic artifacts. * Knowledge of malware analysis. * Ability to document and communicate findings clearly. * Technical English proficiency (reading and writing). * Certifications: GCFA (GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst) and CHFI (Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator). * Scripting knowledge (Python, PowerShell, Bash). **Key Competencies** * Analytical thinking and attention to detail * Ability to respond effectively under pressure * Teamwork and effective communication * Proactivity and continuous learning **Additional Information** **What We Offer** * Work for an international company with over 600 employees and 25 years of experience in the cybersecurity sector. * Opportunity to learn and grow in a rapidly expanding field like cybersecurity. * A hybrid and flexible work model, where you decide when to come to the office and when to work from home. * Join a company with a youthful atmosphere and values centered on camaraderie, teamwork, and societal and environmental commitment. * A competitive compensation package. * Company-paid health insurance. * Flexible benefits options, including meal vouchers, public transport passes, childcare, training, etc. * Reimbursement of mobile phone bills. * Employee referral program