Digital Forensics Lead

Company: Cargill
Location: Wayzata
Posted on: June 29, 2025

Job Description:

Cargill’s size and scale allows us to make a positive impact in the world. Our purpose is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. We are a family company providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions and industrial products that are vital for living. We connect farmers with markets so they can prosper. We connect customers with ingredients so they can make meals people love. And we connect families with daily essentials — from eggs to edible oils, salt to skincare, feed to alternative fuel. Our 160,000 colleagues, operating in 70 countries, make essential products that touch billions of lives each day. Join us and reach your higher purpose at Cargill.Job Purpose and ImpactThe Digital Forensics Lead, Core Cyber Operations – Forensics, Discovery and Insider Investigations, enhances our investigative capabilities by leading digital forensic investigations, training junior team members, and collaborating closely with the internal and external stakeholders. Reporting to the Director, Core Cyber Operations – Forensics, Discovery and Insider Investigations, this role is pivotal in maintaining the trust and integrity of our investigative capabilities. This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual with excellent analytical and communication skills, capable of handling sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality and professionalism. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in digital forensics and investigations. They will be responsible for enhancing forensic methodologies and solutions that improve our investigative processes and outcomes. Key AccountabilitiesNETWORKING: Collaborate with stakeholders, including Law, Ethics & Compliance, and Core Cyber Operations, to ensure comprehensive and ethical investigations. Engage third-party service providers as necessary. DIGITAL FORENSICS: Lead complex digital forensic investigations to identify, collect, analyze, and preserve digital evidence. As needed, consult with eDiscovery peers on data collection. QUALITY & REPORTING: Oversee and train junior team members on investigation quality standards. Compose fact-based reporting of investigative findings. TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT: Train and mentor junior team members to enhance their forensic skills and knowledge. Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in digital forensics and cybersecurity to continuously improve our capabilities. AUTOMATION: Develop and deploy scripts and tools to streamline investigation operations. Collaborate with cross-functional development teams to identify opportunities for automation and improve overall investigation maturity. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FORENSIC INVESTIGATIONS: Conducts complex forensic investigations and leads liaison with employee relations team to gather evidence and understand the impact of cyber incidents. E-DISCOVERY SERVICES: Delivers electronic discovery services for legal purposes in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. QualificationsMinimum requirement of 5 years of relevant work experience. Typically reflects 6 years or more of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of digital forensics principles and techniques. Proven hands-on experience in forensic acquisition, data analysis, and reporting. Experience with process automation Industry-relevant certification(s) (e.g. GIAC GCFE, GCFA, GCFR) Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet. Salary: . Date posted: 06/24/2025

Keywords: Cargill, Burnsville , Digital Forensics Lead, IT / Software / Systems , Wayzata, Minnesota