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Key facts
Job Title

Digital Forensic Investigator (Lead & Analyst Positions)

Role type

Permanent

Start date

Remote friendly

Yes

Location

Tokyo, Japan

Salary

¥9000000 - ¥16000000 per annum ¥

Company Overview

Join a leading global financial services organisation with a strong focus on technology, cybersecurity, and digital innovation. Operating across multiple regions, the company offers a complex, enterprise-scale environment where security is critical to protecting customers, data, and operations. The Cyber Defense & Response team is central to this mission, delivering threat detection, incident response, and continuous security improvement in a fast-paced, globally connected setting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct digital forensic investigations and lead cyber incident response activities
  • Investigate security incidents across hybrid environments (on-premise and cloud)
  • Perform threat hunting, endpoint analysis, and root cause investigations using EDR tools
  • Analyse logs, network traffic, and system data to identify threats and vulnerabilities
  • Leverage SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, KQL) for data-driven investigations
  • Produce clear reports and communicate findings to both technical and business stakeholders
  • Develop automation scripts and detection workflows to improve response efficiency
  • Collaborate with global teams across technology, security, risk, and business functions

Requirements

  • 5+ years' experience in digital forensics and incident response within large enterprise environments
  • Strong knowledge of cloud and on-prem infrastructure (Azure, AWS, M365, AD)
  • Experience with forensic tools (e.g., EnCase, X-Ways) and SIEM platforms
  • Understanding of attacker methodologies (MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain)
  • Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, or Bash)
  • Business-level Japanese and English communication skills

Preferred

  • Relevant certifications (e.g., GCFA, GCIH, EnCE)
  • Degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or related field
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