Digital Forensics Supervisor at Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

Grade:4

Execute computer forensic investigations

Roles for the Digital Forensics Supervisor Job

• Collect evidence of the running state of the computer systems/digital equipment
• Data recovery and analysis, and electronic discovery and disseminate the same to end users.
• Take inventory of all computers/digital equipment handed over from the Intelligence and Strategic Operations Department and all other digital storage devices and conduct tests on compromised computers and servers
• Create and analyse forensic images for all discs and storage devices
• Network with members of local trade associations and other groups of interest in order to keep abreast with technical developments in digital forensic equipment, software and techniques
• Advise and support investigators in the department as required by providing expertise in computer forensics
• Define, propose and integrate various technological solutions to enhance IT-based intelligence gathering by the department
• Perform tool testing for updated forensic tools against standard forensic data
• Prepare detailed reports of forensic examinations undertaken.
• Undertake investigations into reports arising from cyber surveillance

Digital Forensics Supervisor Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field
• Knowledge in essential aspects of computer security in multi IT areas such as database, development, network, operating systems, IT security and specific applications security
• Knowledge of Digital Forensic Software, e.g. encase, FTK or Paraben and certification in any computer forensic software
• Proficiency in conducting live analysis on networks, and multiple platforms is desired.
• Experience in basic investigations, conducting security assessments, penetration testing, ethical hacking and cyber surveillance
• Knowledge and experience in Tax laws and experience is an added advantage