Consultant, Digital Forensics & Expert Services

Responsibilities

• Works internally with colleagues and with clients in the planning and execution of data preservation using the most appropriate and legally defensible solutions
• Performs investigative analysis activities for a variety of digital devices, computers, storage media, servers, networks, and cloud-based services, including seizure and retention of mobile phones and handheld devices
• Leverages experience with forensic tools, including Encase, FTK, Axiom, and Cellebrite to carry out forensic investigations
• Displays sound knowledge and expertise of common operating systems and applications and exhibits an aptitude for problem solving in a methodical manner consistent with forensic protocols
• Follows Digital Forensic good practice methodologies (ISO17025 standard and ACPO Principles of Digital Evidence) in all aspects of the forensic and eDiscovery workflow
• Assists with and independently conducts the forensic examination of data and prepares expert reports and other expert witness documentation related to investigations
• Displays competence in oral delivery of complex technical information to non-technical clients
• Travels to onsite locations with a team or independently to perform data collections when safe and feasible
• Displays high degree of comfort operating in a client-facing environment and meeting the needs of clients
• Able to be responsive to internal and external communications
• Able to make well-reasoned decisions “on the spot” and execute on the plan

Qualifications

• Minimum Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in forensic computing or equivalent relevant experience
• Minimum Experience Requirements: 1 to 4 years of progressively responsible experience in related roles
• Other Requirements: Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
• Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative team environment
• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently
• Demonstrate working knowledge and understanding of evidence management
• Proficient in the usage of forensic acquisition tools and working with various file formats
• Ability to collect data from a wide array of ESI, including: computers, mobile devices, media storage devices, servers, networks, social media, and cloud-based services
• Familiarity with rules of evidence, ACPO guidelines, ISO17025 and Chain of Custody
• Good understanding of computer networking in corporate environments
• Availability for short notice or weekend travel when necessary
• Preferred Attributes: EDiscovery experience with relevant forensic collection and analysis software Certifications in EnCase, FTK, Cellebrite, Nuix, CFE or similar SQL or scripting