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IPsoft

Information Security Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of security audits, system hardening, auditing, forensic investigation, ISO 27001 compliance, ISO 20000 certification, SAS 70 / SSAE16 Audits, PCI DSS auditing. Benefits: * Competitive Base ...

Nightfall AI

Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Analyst

... forensic investigation techniques, and security event escalation workflows • Knowledge of compliance frameworks and regulations: GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOX, and their data protection requirements ...

Visa

Sr. Risk Management Analyst

Austin, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Conduct fraud analysis to support compromise investigations and validate forensic findings ... PCI Data Security Standard (DSS) compliance, regulatory and privacy laws. Secondary ...

Visa

Sr. Risk Management Analyst

Atlanta, GA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Conduct fraud analysis to support compromise investigations and validate forensic findings ... PCI Data Security Standard (DSS) compliance, regulatory and privacy laws. Secondary ...

Datum Software, Inc.

Sr.Security Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$110K - $151K/yr

... forensic investigations and responding to cybersecurity incidents. · Knowledge of identity and ... HIPAA, PCI-DSS, or similar. · Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and ...

Lowe's

Regional Investigation Manager

Chamblee, GA

... Investigator to create strategies to mitigate risk and loss (i.e. Shrink, Margin, Fraud, etc.) • ... Forensic Interviewer (CFI) or Loss Prevention Certified (LPC) or Certified Interview and ...

GRI

Associate to Principal-level Pavement Engineer

Portland, OR · On-site

$140K - $200K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Lead pavement management programs, including PCI data collection, analysis, and long-term capital ... Provide expert input on forensic pavement investigations and rehabilitation strategies. Oversee ...

GRI

Associate to Principal-level Pavement Engineer

Portland, OR · On-site

$140K - $200K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Lead pavement management programs, including PCI data collection, analysis, and long-term capital ... Provide expert input on forensic pavement investigations and rehabilitation strategies. * Oversee ...

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How much do pci forensic investigator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for pci forensic investigator in the United States is $77,448.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $89,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges PCI Forensic investigators face during payment card data breach investigations?

PCI Forensic Investigators often encounter challenges such as identifying the source and scope of a breach amidst complex, fragmented system logs and environments. They must work under tight deadlines due to regulatory requirements and business pressures to resume operations, all while ensuring evidence is preserved for legal and compliance purposes. Collaboration with internal IT teams, legal counsel, and sometimes law enforcement is crucial, and clear communication is essential for successful resolution. Adaptability and meticulous attention to detail are key, as every investigation presents unique technical and organizational hurdles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a PCI Forensic investigator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a PCI Forensic Investigator, you need a deep understanding of information security, digital forensics, and PCI DSS standards, typically backed by relevant certifications such as CISA, CISM, or GCFA. Proficiency with forensic analysis tools (like EnCase or FTK), incident response platforms, and reporting systems is crucial. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help investigators deliver clear findings and work effectively with clients under pressure. These skills and qualifications are vital to accurately identifying and mitigating data breaches while maintaining regulatory compliance and client trust.

What is the difference between Pci Forensic Investigator vs Digital Forensics Analyst?

AspectPci Forensic InvestigatorDigital Forensics Analyst
CertificationsCertified Computer Forensics Examiner (CCFE), GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)GCFA, EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE)
Work EnvironmentInvestigations of payment card data breaches, financial institutions, cybersecurity firmsLaw enforcement, corporate security, cybersecurity firms
Industry UsageFinancial, retail, payment processingVarious sectors including finance, government, private sector

While both roles involve digital forensics, Pci Forensic Investigators specialize in payment card industry breaches and related investigations, often requiring specific certifications and experience in financial data security. Digital Forensics Analysts have a broader scope, working across various sectors to analyze digital evidence. The roles overlap in skills and tools but differ in focus and industry application.

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Infographic showing various Pci Forensic Investigator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,448 per year, or $37.2 per hour.

Information Security Engineer

IPsoft

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Company Description

IPsoft is a global Managed Services Provider delivering IT outsourcing to clients worldwide. Automation is the hallmark of our service delivery model and places us at the leading edge of managed services providers. We manage all aspects of IT infrastructure.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

  • The successful candidate shall have a strong command of security operations, intrusion defense, firewalls, security event management, Denial of Service detection/mitigation, document processing, meeting management, scheduling and related support tasks.
  • Further, the candidate must have a strong commitment to learning technology and processes.   
  • Additionally, the candidate should have a command of secure configuration, incident investigation, system hardening, and similar security technology. 
  • The Information Security Administrator is responsible for documentation including reports, presentations, run books, incident reviews and related items.  Experience with audits and assessments with an emphasis on SAS70/SSAE16, FFIEC, PCI DSS, etc. are needed. 
  • Finally, an ideal candidate will have a background which includes forensics, DR and BCP.

Certifications (desired but not required):

CompTIA Security+, CISA, McAfee, Checkpoint, Cisco (security), CISSP.

Technologies (in order of importance):

ArcSight, Linux security, Juniper SSL VPN, Anti-virus, Intrusion Detection/Prevention - Snort, ISS, Cisco 42xx/ISR IPS Modules, TippingPoint, Windows, IDM/SSO.  Demonstrated ability with system hardening, investigation, root cause analysis, performance tuning and alert automation/log parsing. 

System Security - Solaris, Linux, AIX, HPUX, Windows, AS400.  Skilled in vulnerability assessment and deployment of countermeasures including tripwire and iptables/ipchains.

Application Security - WebInspect, AppDective.  Interest in application security testing including SQL injection analysis and mitigation.

Qualifications

Experience:

  • 2+ years of security management.
  • 5+ years of system expertise with Linux and Windows.
  • Knowledge of security audits, system hardening, auditing, forensic investigation, ISO 27001 compliance, ISO 20000 certification, SAS 70 / SSAE16 Audits, PCI DSS auditing.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Base Salary
  • Monthly Bonus Plan
  • Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Care
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(K) Plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Care, Dependent Care, Transportation
  • Vacation, Holiday, and Personal/Sick Time
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