Digital Forensic Examiner II

Job Responsibilities

• Utilize forensic knowledge to extract and analyze various electronic devices including but not limited to mobile phones, tablets, GPS equipment, and traditional desktop and laptop computers and hard drives.
• Utilize various technical skills, including writing scripts, leverage different decoding / decryption techniques, and database / SQL skills, to analyze extracted data not readily supported by commercial forensic tools.
• Validate digital forensic results generated by commercial forensic tools using a variety of methods and tools including the use of hex editors.
• Utilize forensic knowledge experience to perform data recovery in various file systems including NTFS, exFAT, APFS, HFS+.
• Conduct research on emerging technologies to inform Laboratory policies and procedures in the proper seizure, preservation, and collection methods.
• Write accurate and thorough reports following the standards and requirements of the Digital Forensics Laboratory.
• Testify to forensic analysis, reports, and findings in Grand Jury and Trial proceedings.
• Image digital storage devices and conduct a forensic examination of recovered data.
• Participate in the execution of search warrants involving digital evidence retrieval and forensic examination of computers, mobile devices, and network media including video surveillance footage.
• Serve as Subject Matter Experts to best guide ADAs and Investigators to properly seize, preserve, and collect digital evidence.
• Provide guidance to junior Lab personnel in various data extraction techniques.
• Perform case intake of devices received by the Lab by preparing new case files and chain of custody documentation.
• Disassemble, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot computer hardware.

Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above;
• High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above;
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree required (preferably in Computer Forensics, Computer Science, Computer Security, or Information Security) AND two (2) years professional digital forensic experience.
• Master’s Degree in Computer Forensics, Cyber Security can be used to substitute one (1) year of forensic experience.
• Certified Forensic Examiners and applicants with experience performing forensic analyses using software such as Forensic Toolkit, Magnet Axiom/Internet Evidence Finder, Encase, Cellebrite, Xways, and similar software suites are preferred (please list certification type and date, or relevant experience on your cover letter and resume).
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access ability to update and edit existing databases.
• Case tracking and Laboratory Information Management Systems experience is preferred.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment, prioritizing work, and balancing caseloads.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple short-term projects.
• Ability to follow direction and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy.
• Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively in a team-oriented environment.
• Must be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment with an ability to multitask.
• Ability to interact with all levels of staff and law enforcement personnel.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary to support the 24/7 nature of the Lab.