What are the responsibilities and job description for the Digital Forensic Investigator position at Apple?
Summary
Posted:
Weekly Hours: 40
Role Number:200583899
As part of our Global Security Investigations team, you will join a group of attorneys, investigators and analysts playing a vital role in maintaining the security and secrecy of Appleʼs most valuable innovations. You will investigate significant incidents and risks to Apple’s intellectual property and confidential information.
Description
This investigative role will conduct digital forensic analysis and investigate cases of insider threat, data theft, leaks, cybercrime, complex frauds and a variety of other concerns. The successful candidate will foster strong partnerships across Apple’s businesses, identify security loopholes, develop remediations, prepare briefs and reports for Legal and business leadership and refer any relevant legal matters for criminal and/or civil action.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science or Arts degree
- 8 years conducting digital forensic investigations into trade secret theft or other high-tech crimes
- Expertise with imaging and analyzing hardware devices running on Apple operating systems (iOS, macOS, iPadOS, etc.)
- Experience with SQL queries and databases
Key Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Thorough understanding and application of industry standard digital forensics software and the ability to leverage tools and technologies for the collection, review, analysis, and management of electronic data
- Experience conducting cloud forensics and analyzing digital evidence that is stored on cloud data repositories (iCloud, O365, AWS, etc.)
- Utilize open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques to gather and analyze information from publicly available sources
- Knowledgeable in secure handling and storage of physical and electronic evidence in alignment with criminal/civil chain of custody procedures and industry best practices
- Experience interviewing witnesses and subjects of investigation
- Ability to deliver accurate, impartial findings with consistent attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Commitment to maintaining the highest integrity and confidentiality
- Degree in Computer Science or Digital Forensics
- DFIR, SANS, and relevant industry standard cyber security certifications
- Prior law enforcement or private sector investigative experience
- Prior testimonial experience as an expert witness
- Scripting and/or coding experience (Python and Bash)
Education & Experience
Additional Requirements
Pay & Benefits
- At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $195,500 and $293,800, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
Salary : $195,500 - $293,800