Job Description
Post of Associate Information Security Engineer – Digital Forensic
Founded in 2006, the Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team | Coordinating Centre (Sri Lanka CERT|CC) is Sri Lanka’s National CERT which has the mandate to protect the nation’s cyber space.
Sri Lanka CERT|CC has a vacancy for the position of Associate Information Security Engineer position as follows;
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct forensic analysis on systems, ensuring root cause identification and resolution.
- Utilize forensic tools and investigative methods to analyze electronic data, including internet usage history, documents, images, and other files.
- Investigate and report cyber-related activities, perform vulnerability analyses, and manage risks related to computer systems.
- Analyze and review escalated cases, recommend corrective actions, and communicate findings with relevant teams.
- Perform post-mortem analysis on logs, traffic flows, and other security events to detect malicious activity.
- Ensure proper chain of custody for forensic evidence and assist in recovering data from compromised systems.
- Provide detailed technical reports on forensic investigations, including methodologies and findings.
- Testify in legal proceedings when required, providing expert insights into collected evidence.
- Train law enforcement and cybersecurity professionals on proper handling and investigation of digital evidence.
- Contribute to the development of cybersecurity policies, security operations, and forensic methodologies.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Digital Forensics, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications such as GCFA, GCFE, CHFI, EnCE, CCFP, or equivalent will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 6+ months experience in the field of Forensics and Cyber security.
- Proficiency in forensic investigation tools and methodologies.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity threats, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.
- Experience in analyzing network traffic, system logs, and digital evidence.
- Knowledge of legal frameworks, cybercrime prosecution processes, and digital forensics best practices.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail and analytical thinking.
- Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and respond to security incidents efficiently.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and courtroom testimony.
Age should not be more than 30 years old.
If you are passionate about cybersecurity and digital forensics and want to be part of Sri Lanka’s National CERT, we invite you to apply.
Salary will be based on current industry standards and include medical insurance benefits and travel allowances.
If you are confident that you are the ideal candidate for this position, e-mail your resume with a recent photo and two non-related references to career@cert.gov.lk within 14 days of this advertisement, stating “Associate Information Security Engineer – Digital Forensic”. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of Sri Lanka CERT and NSOCC.
Chief Executive Officer
Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team | Coordination Centre
Room 4-112, BMICH, Bauddhaloka Mawatha,
Colombo 00700
Tel: 011 2691692/ 011 2679888