Specialist, Cyber Operations Professional (Digital Forensics Analyst) Job at Nationwide, Columbus, OH

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  • Nationwide
  • Columbus, OH

Job Description

Digital Forensics Analyst

If you're passionate about innovation and love working in an environment where you can constantly improve and adopt new technologies to drive business results, then Nationwide's Technology team could be the place for you! At Nationwide, "on your side" goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we're looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Digital Forensics Analyst to join our cybersecurity team. This role is responsible for conducting digital forensic investigations, analyzing digital evidence, and supporting incident response activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in forensic analysis tools, data analysis, and a deep understanding of operating systems, cloud platforms, and forensic processes.

Key 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

Required Technical Skills

  • 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

Preferred Technical Skills

  • Understanding of networking concepts and protocols
  • Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Process Knowledge

  • 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

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certifications such as GIAC GCFA, GCIH, CEH, EnCE, MCFE or similar
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and presenting findings

Preferred Location

  • This role is based out of our Columbus, Ohio office, and we prefer candidates who can work a hybrid schedule (combination of in-office and remote work). However, we are open to considering fully remote candidates for the right fit. Preference will be given to applicants located in the Columbus area.

Job Description Summary

If you're enthusiastic about delivering secure technology solutions to support a company providing extraordinary care to its customers, then Nationwide Technology is the place for you. Nationwide's industry-leading technology workforce embraces an agile work environment and a collaborative culture to deliver outstanding solutions and results. If that sounds like something you aspire to, we want to hear from you! As a Cyber Operations professional, you'll be on the front line, protecting Nationwide's members and data! You will be immersed with incident response, cyber strategy and guidance, defense optimization and scanning and exploitation. We'll count on you to provide enterprise services in forensic investigation, attack and penetration, vulnerability scanning and response, cyber defense, security intelligence, security operations and infrastructure risk management.

Nationwide

Job Tags

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