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Nationwide · 3 weeks ago

Specialist, Cyber Operations Professional (Digital Forensics Analyst)

Ohio - Columbus, Three Nationwide Plaza

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Nationwide is a company dedicated to providing extraordinary care to its customers, and they are seeking a Digital Forensics Analyst to join their cybersecurity team. This role involves conducting digital forensic investigations, analyzing digital evidence, and supporting incident response activities to protect Nationwide's members and data.

BankingFinancial ServicesInsuranceLife Insurance

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead and conduct digital forensic investigations involving data breaches, malware infections, unauthorized access, intellectual property theft and other security incidents

Collect, preserve and analyze digital evidence from endpoints, servers, cloud environments and mobile devices, ensuring proper chain of custody and adherence to legal and regulatory requirements

Perform forensic imaging and analysis of Windows, Linux, macOS, and mobile devices using industry-standard tools and methodologies

Develop and execute scripts (Python, PowerShell) to automate evidence collection, data parsing, and artifact extraction

Analyze logs, network traffic and large datasets to reconstruct timelines and identify root causes

Prepare detailed forensic reports and present findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including legal, HR, and management

Support the development and refinement of forensic processes and playbooks

Responds to cyber incidents using industry recognized methodology, e.g., PICERL (Preparation, Identification, Containment, Eradication, Recovery and Lessons Learned)

Creates uplift of cyber security detection and alerts for ongoing prevention of threats

Applies secure software and systems engineering practices throughout the delivery lifecycle to ensure our data and technology solutions are protected from threats and vulnerabilities

Implements automation and orchestration for the enrichment and handling of cyber security events

Supports vulnerability management via tools and processes and proactively identify vulnerabilities in the environment

Assists in the planning and execution of team activities to enrich detection and prevention controls

Participates in proactive cyber activity (purple teaming, threat hunting, red teaming, etc.) and expands awareness across all aspects of the MITRE ATT&CK framework

Identifies critical log sources and system events used for creation and tuning of cyber security detections

Maintains awareness of the cyber threat landscape to assist with the evaluation, enrichment and dissemination for action to protect Nationwide members and environment

Qualification

PythonPowerShellForensic analysis toolsOperating systemsDigital evidence collectionCloud platformsNetworking conceptsIncident response proceduresCertifications CISSPCertifications CEHCertifications etc.Analytical skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

Proficiency in Python or PowerShell scripting for automation and data analysis

Experience with forensic imaging and analysis tools

Strong understanding of file systems, operating systems (Windows, Linux, and macOS)

Ability to analyze and interpret large datasets

Experience in digital evidence collection and preservation and forensic methodologies

Familiarity with incident response procedures and integration with forensic workflows

Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements related to data security, privacy and digital evidence

At least three years of experience in technology

Experience in working with operating systems, networking, desktop support, application development, end point security, database management or information security

Successful candidates will have experience configuring and using Windows and Linux/Unix operating systems

Solid communication skills

Preferred

Understanding of networking concepts and protocols

Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Certifications such as GIAC GCFA, GCIH, CEH, EnCE, MCFE or similar

Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and presenting findings

Undergraduate studies in cyber security, management information systems, engineering, math, computer science, data analytics or comparable experience and education strongly preferred

Graduate studies in cyber security, computer science or a related field are a plus

Preferred certifications include: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), GIAC Certified Intrusion Handler (GCIH), Digital Forensics Investigation: EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE) certification, GIAC Strategic Planning Policy and Leadership (GSTRT), GIAC Security Expert (GSE), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AZ500

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Short and long term disability coverage

Paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date

Nine paid holidays

8 hours of Lifetime paid time off

8 hours of Unity Day paid time off

401(k) with company match

Company-paid pension plan

Business casual attire

And more

Company

Nationwide

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Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company based in Columbus, Ohio, is one of the largest and strongest diversified insurance and financial services organizations in the United States.

Founded in 1925

Columbus, Ohio, USA

10001+ employees

http://nationwide.com

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