Cybertify is Hiring: Senior DFIR Engineer – Cybersecurity (Sydney, Full-Time)

Are you an elite Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) engineer looking to join a high-impact, agile team that's redefining cybersecurity in Australia?

Cybertify, a trailblazing force in Australia’s cybersecurity landscape, is seeking a talented and experienced Senior DFIR Engineer to join our Elite Cyber Squad in Sydney. We're disrupting the traditional cybersecurity model by offering enterprise-grade cybersecurity solutions, built for governance and engineered for speed, with a compliance-first DNA.

Forget the red tape and junior-led projects of the large, bureaucratic firms. At Cybertify, you'll gain direct access to the best of the best seasoned cybersecurity experts, working with agile methodologies to deliver immediate and impactful solutions for Australia's most regulated sectors.

The Opportunity:

As a Senior DFIR Engineer, you will be a critical part of our Defensive Security team, responsible for providing expert post-incident investigation, rapid breach containment, and thorough root cause analysis for our diverse clientele. You will help our clients minimise the impact of security incidents and recover swiftly and compliantly, ensuring their digital safety and rigorous adherence to complex regulatory obligations.

What You'll Do:

Lead and execute end-to-end digital forensics and incident response engagements, from initial alert triage to final remediation and reporting.

Conduct deep-dive forensic analysis on endpoints, networks, cloud environments, and logs to identify attack vectors, threat actor methodologies, and compromise scope.

Develop and implement rapid containment strategies to mitigate ongoing threats and prevent further damage.

Perform thorough root cause analysis and provide actionable recommendations to enhance clients' security posture and prevent recurrence.

Develop detailed incident reports, executive summaries, and technical documentation for various stakeholders, including C-suite and legal teams.

Provide expert guidance on incident response planning, playbooks, and tabletop exercises to improve client readiness.

Collaborate closely with our GRC and Offensive Security teams to provide holistic insights and strengthen client resilience.

Stay abreast of the latest threat intelligence, attack techniques, and forensic tools.

Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members (where applicable).

What You'll Bring (Your Elite Cyber Squad Credentials):

5+ years of dedicated experience in Digital Forensics and Incident Response within a complex enterprise or consulting environment.

Deep technical proficiency in forensic tools (e.g., EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Volatility), EDR platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne), SIEM solutions, and cloud security platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Proven expertise in investigating a wide range of cyber incidents, including ransomware, business email compromise (BEC), insider threats, and advanced persistent threats (APTs).

Strong understanding of network forensics, memory forensics, log analysis, and malware analysis techniques.

Familiarity with relevant regulatory frameworks (e.g., APRA CPS 234, Privacy Act, HIPAA) and their implications for incident response.

Exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure.

Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Relevant industry certifications (e.g., GCFE, GCFA, GCIH, GREM, CySA+, CISSP) are highly regarded.

Australian Citizenship or permanent residency required.

Why Cybertify?

Elite Cyber Squad Advantage: Work directly with the industry's most experienced and highly skilled cyber professionals. No junior staff; every project is led and delivered by proven experts.

Agile Disruption: Be part of a lean, agile firm that delivers rapid, impactful results without the bureaucracy of traditional cybersecurity companies.

Impactful Work: Tackle complex and critical incident response challenges for Australia's most regulated sectors.

Market-Leading GRC Integration: Benefit from our unique "compliance-first" DNA, where security and GRC are seamlessly intertwined.

Continuous Growth: Opportunities for professional development, cutting-edge tool exposure, and expanding your expertise.

Boutique Personality, Big 4 Capability: Enjoy a collaborative, supportive culture combined with challenging, high-level engagements.

Independent & Trusted: Provide objective, unbiased guidance to clients, solely focused on their best interests.

If you are a driven DFIR expert ready to make a significant impact and thrive in an environment where your expertise is truly valued, we want to hear from you!

How To Apply:

Please send your resume and a cover letter via Seek detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal fit for Cybertify's Elite Cyber Squad.

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