Job Description
- Own end-to-end forensic investigations across endpoints, cloud platforms, and network infrastructure — from initial triage to root cause, including IoC identification, data exfiltration, and unauthorized access - Coordinate and lead the DFIR team across active investigations, ensuring consistent methodology, evidence integrity, and investigative velocity - Pull and analyze logs from EDR/XDR, SIEM, DLP, IdP, and email gateway platforms to reconstruct precise attack and user activity timelines - Acquire forensic images from laptops, mobile devices, servers, and cloud repositories with full chain of custody - Go deep on artifacts — file systems, memory, registry, logs, config states — to reconstruct exactly what happened and when - Correlate endpoint, network, and identity telemetry into a coherent picture of attacker behavior and system access - Build AI-assisted workflows that automate evidence collection, pattern detection, and timeline generation to scale investigative capacity - Translate technical findings into clear, chronological narratives for executives and cross-functional stakeholders — no jargon, no ambiguity - Close the loop: feed investigation outcomes back into detection rules, access controls, and policy improvements Requirements 🎓 Education - Bachelor's in Cybersecurity, International Relations, Computer Science, or related field 💼 Experience - 5+ years in digital forensics, incident response, or security investigations, with a track record leading or coordinating DFIR engagements - Exceptional written and verbal communication in both English & Arabic - Hands-on proficiency with forensic tooling: FTK, X-Ways, Cellebrite, Axiom, or equivalent platforms - Strong command of network protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/S, DNS) and log analysis across SIEM platforms - Scripting ability in Python, PowerShell, or Bash — used to automate evidence processing, not just theoretically - Deep working knowledge of Windows, macOS, and Linux/Unix environments at the artifact and system level - Proven experience integrating AI tools into investigative workflows to accelerate triage, pattern detection, or reporting - Clear, confident communicator — able to brief executives and work alongside legal, HR, and compliance teams without losing technical precision - Compliance: Ensuring all operations align with NCA ECC and SAMA CSF regulations - Saudi nationality is required 🏅 Certifications (Highly Preferred) - SANS / GIAC (GCFA, GCFE, GNFA, GCIA or similar) - IACIS CFCE - EC-Council CHFI - Offsec (OSDA, OSIR) Benefits 🚀 Impact that Matters - Build products that shape the future of cybersecurity and protect organizations globally. 🏢 On-Site Collaboration - Be at the heart of innovation in our Almadina office, working side by side with passionate experts. 💡 Continuous Growth - Access to certifications, trainings, and opportunities to sharpen your expertise. 📈 Ownership Mindset - Benefit from our ESOP program and grow with COGNNA's success. 🤝 Culture of Trust - We empower talent, encourage ownership, and celebrate real outcomes.