Dani Prawira
Partner | Digital Forensics & Cyber Investigations
Areas of Expertise
Certifications
- EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE)
- AccessData Certified Investigator (ACI)
- Oxygen Forensic Examiner (OFE)
- Cellebrite Certified Physical Analyst (CCPA)
- Cellebrite Certified Operator (CCO)
- X-Ways Certified Forensics Practitioner
- Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI)
- Certified Computer Examiner (CCE)
- Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE)
- Accessdata Certificate Examiner (ACE)
- CompTIA Linux+
- Brainbench - Unix Administration (General)
- Brainbench - Computer Fundamentals
- CompTIA A+ for Computer Technician
- Computer Network System on LAN: Netware 386, LEPKOM – Gunadarma
Education
- Bachelor of Engineering (S.T.) — Indonesian Technology High School (STTI), Jakarta
- Master of Engineering (M.T.) — Electrical Engineering, Network Security — Mercubuana University, Jakarta
Professional Memberships
- Member of Forensic Focus (Forensic Forum) — a leading international forum for digital forensic professionals, researchers, and practitioners
- Member of the High-Tech Crime Consortium (HTCC) — an international network of law enforcement professionals, companies, and academics dedicated to combating cybercrime
Dani Prawira, S.T., M.T.
EnCE, CFCE, CCE, ACE, ACI, CHFI, CCO, CCPA, A+, Linux+
Partner | Digital Forensics & Cyber Investigations
“Every detail tells a story, and the mission is to unveil the narrative hidden within the evidence.”
Dani is a highly accomplished Indonesian cybersecurity expert, digital forensics investigator, and senior corporate law practitioner who currently serves as a Partner in the Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigations division at Triage consulting firm.
With over 20 years of extensive experience spanning both the private and public sectors, he possesses deep expertise in software systems, cybersecurity breach response, and fraud mitigation. He also actively drives academic and professional education by delivering regular training programs on digital forensics concepts, precisely aligned with national legal frameworks, including the Indonesian Criminal Procedure Code (KUHAP) and the Electronic Information and Transactions Law (UU ITE).
Private & Banking Sector Experience:
Prior to joining Triage, Dani established a distinguished track record across major corporate institutions. His notable achievements include:
- Bank Mandiri: Led the digital forensics team under the Chief Information Security Office (CISO) group. He successfully implemented a quality management system based on ISO/IEC 17025:2017, drafted digital evidence identification and preservation guidelines standardized to ISO/IEC 27037, and pioneered the establishment of the first-ever Digital Forensics Laboratory in the Indonesian banking sector.
- Development Bank of Singapore (DBS): Served as an IT specialist within the bank's operational division.
- Assegaf Hamzah & Partners (AHP): Joined the Fraud & Forensic Investigation Practice Group—led by Mr. Chandra Hamzah—working alongside Sunaryadi. Here, he spearheaded the establishment of the first digital forensics laboratory integrated within a law firm's structure in Indonesia.
Public Sector Milestones:
In the public domain, Dani honed his elite investigative capabilities during a ten-year tenure at the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) of the Republic of Indonesia. Throughout his service at the anti-graft agency, he was entrusted to lead multiple specialized teams within the KPK's digital forensics division.
One of his key strategic milestones at the KPK was initiating and establishing the E-Discovery project. In this role, he engineered advanced workflow models for corresponding business processes and built specialized planning and procedural oversight systems for case management, storage management, and digital evidence reporting frameworks to rigorously uphold legal transparency.
Career History
Triage Investiga
Partner — Digital Forensics & Cyber Investigations
2024 – Present
Joined in 2024 as Partner, becoming the first Digital Forensics Partner in Indonesia. He leads the development of a cutting-edge forensic laboratory integrating cyber threat intelligence and incident response for both private and public sector clients. He is also the founder of Triage Investiga and the pioneer behind Indonesia's first e-discovery platform, named Triage e-Discovery.
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners (AHP)
Senior Associate — Fraud and Forensic Investigation
2020 – 2024
Joined one of Indonesia's largest corporate law firms and took a pioneering step by establishing and leading the first digital forensics laboratory in Southeast Asia integrated within a law firm's structure. This facility became the first legal-tech-based laboratory dedicated to supporting comprehensive corporate litigation, ranging from legally sound digital evidence processing to handling large-scale commercial disputes and corporate fraud audits.
PT Bank Mandiri (Persero) Tbk
Assistant Vice President CISO — Security Assessment & Digital Forensics
2018 – 2020
Served within the Chief Information Security Office (CISO) group at Bank Mandiri and founded the first digital forensics laboratory in the Indonesian banking sector. Acted as the primary initiator in leading the laboratory to achieve ISO/IEC 17025 certification—the international standard for testing and calibration laboratories—to ensure the highest validity in digital evidence handling and analysis procedures.
Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK)
Functional Investigator — Digital Forensics
2008 – 2018
Dedicated ten years of his career as an investigator at the KPK, leading various teams within the digital forensics division. He took the strategic milestone of establishing the agency's first E-Discovery project and designing its core business process workflow models. Successfully handled and uncovered more than 100 high-profile national corruption cases.
Development Bank of Singapore (DBS)
Bank Executive — Security Operations
2004 – 2008
Held strategic responsibilities as an IT Security and Application specialist, focusing on securing information technology infrastructure, mitigating vulnerabilities within banking systems, and ensuring the reliability of financial application operations.
Speaking Engagements
- Speaker and expert at a regular event organized by BARA (Bankers Association for Risk Management), presenting on the topic of Digital Forensic Investigation in Managing Cyber Risk. This monthly event was attended by the Board of Commissioners (BOC) and Board of Directors (BOD) from various banks across Indonesia, including Bank BRI, Bank DKI, and several other regional and national banks.
- Speaker and subject matter expert at an event organized by the Basel Institute on Governance, focusing on Digital Forensic Investigation and Cryptocurrency. The event was attended by investigators and law enforcement professionals from various key institutions, including the Indonesian National Police (Polri), the Attorney General's Office, and representatives from several government ministries.
- Featured speaker at a high-level forum organized by IKAI (Indonesian Audit Committee Association), focusing on the theme of Cyber Security Awareness. The forum was attended by the Minister of SOEs Erick Thohir, President Commissioner of PLN Sunaryadi, President Commissioner of Telkom Bono Daruaji, and other influential stakeholders from Indonesia's public and private sectors.
- Guest speaker on Digital Forensic Investigation at an event organized by ISACA, a globally recognized professional association for IT governance, information security, and risk management.
- Digital forensics expert and key resource person in a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) as part of the leadership selection process for the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) for the 2024–2029 period, organized by Kemitraan (Partnership for Governance Reform).
- Speaker on Digital Forensic Investigation in a special session attended by representatives from Kartu Prakerja Indonesia, focusing on digital forensics as a tool for investigating cyber incidents, fraud, and data breaches within major government-backed digital platforms.
- Speaker on Electronic Evidence in a special session attended by professionals from Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI), exploring the legal, technical, and procedural aspects of handling electronic evidence within the context of banking operations.
- Speaker on Security Awareness and Digital Forensics in a special session attended by professionals from QNB Bank, focusing on strengthening cybersecurity posture through enhanced digital threat awareness and prevention best practices.
Expert Witness
- Expert witness in a high-profile ATM skimming case involving a state-owned bank (BUMN) and a foreign national from Bulgaria as the primary suspect. Provided expert testimony on digital forensic findings, including the analysis of skimming devices, compromised ATM systems, and transaction data.
- Appointed as a digital forensics expert by law enforcement in a fraud case involving a multinational client. Delivered comprehensive forensic analysis and expert opinions to support the investigation.
- Digital forensics expert witness in a fraud case involving a vendor of the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia. Presented technical evidence to support the legal proceedings.
Awards & Recognition
- Recognized as the first individual in Indonesia to obtain the Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) certification specifically for law enforcement purposes, awarded by the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS). This achievement marks a significant milestone in advancing the digital forensics profession within the Indonesian law enforcement community, setting a benchmark for quality, ethics, and technical excellence in cybercrime and digital investigations.