Consultant Forensic Technology
These days, targeted electronic attacks on information systems as well as fraudulent acts have become more prevalent due to the permanent availability of information infrastructures. Our Forensic team is involved in detecting cyber incidents, such as hack attacks or data leakage, especially in the area of white-collar crime.
Location: Zurich
Start date: Upon agreement
Responsibilities & Profile
Your responsibilities
- Perform IT forensics, such as securing data, evaluation and documentation)
- Select, secure, evaluate and interpret complex data sets drawn from various data sources and IT systems of different brands, using specialized tools and SQL
- Support interdisciplinary investigative teams in technical questions
- Summarize results from analyses and preparing recommendations based on these
- Maintain and expand hardware and software of the Forensic lab
Your profile
- Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering with a major in Computer Science (applied science college or university) or completed apprenticeship in IT or electronics (with at least 3 years of professional experience in a technical IT environment)
- Good understanding of hardware components and technologies (processors, bus systems, storage components)
- Broad knowledge of computer network technologies (components, protocols)
- Experience in virtualization solutions (HyperV, ESX)
- Good knowledge of Microsoft operating systems. An understanding of MacOS, Linux or Unix is an advantage
- Experience with one or several of the following programming languages: C++, Java, Python, SQL
- Experience and knowledge in the area of computer forensics, reverse engineering and hacking are of advantage.
- Fluent German and good English skills, French is a plus
- Sense of responsibility, works well under pressure, flexibility, a sense of perseverance and assertiveness, as well as creativity and good team work
Benefits
- Targeted career development and internal and external attractive training and further education options
- Possibilities for global and Switzerland-wide mobility across all sectors and locations
- 25-30 days of leave, option for compensation of overtime (with the exception of management staff); management staff receive an additional 4 to 6 days of leave
- Maternity leave of 16 weeks, paternity leave of 5 days and free advice from the external family service
Ancillary benefits may apply to certain positions (e.g. fixed-contract positions).
KPMG as an employer
Your future team
Our attractive Forensic client portfolio will ensure that no two days will be the same, making this a fascinating starter position. Moreover, you will encounter an ambitious and success-oriented working climate in a professional, international and multicultural company.
About KPMG
KPMG is one of the leading financial audit and advisory services firms in the world. Its international network makes it possible for KPMG to offer clients clear and consistent solutions locally thanks to cross-border know-how. KPMG Switzerland advises both internationally active firms and regionally active SMEs. In addition to quality and industry knowledge, one thing is key for us: client proximity. Together with our clients and organised around their needs, we develop tailor-made solutions in the audit, tax and advisory fields, within the framework of the rules of independence.
Contact person
Aline Mächler
Human Resources
+41 58 249 47 97
kpmg.ch/careers
To apply for this vacancy, please provide your cover letter, CV and all relevant certificates. We look forward to receiving your application.