Digital Forensic Lab Analyst (DFL Analyst)

About the role

The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (“BXDA”) seeks an experienced and enthusiastic Digital Forensic Lab Analyst (DFL Analyst) to support criminal investigations and prosecutions through the analysis of digital evidence.

Responsibilities

• Review forensic results generated by the Digital Forensics Lab from mobile devices, computers, and other digital media
• Perform redactions in supplemental reports such as Cellebrite and Axiom Portable Case Files, and generate relevant sub-reports
• Act as liaison between case officers and investigators, and the DFL to properly condition electronic devices following latest forensic best practices
• Aid Digital Forensic Examiners with discovery compliance
• Review and analyze call detail records (CDR), cell site records, and other relevant geolocation data
• Assist in drafting preservation requests and subpoenas and reviewing returned material in support of criminal investigations
• Aid in annual audits, including evidence and equipment
• Support the 24/7 operations of the Lab, which may require occasional nights, weekends, or holidays
• Assist with other tasks as needed within the Digital Forensics Laboratory

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, with at least one year of experience as described in "1" above

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree required (preferably in Computer Forensics, Computer Science, Data Analytics or Data Science, or Information Security)
• Experience with computers, electronics, and digital information sources
• Strong willingness to learn and adapt to rapidly changing technology
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and changing workflows
• Capable of working independently, as well as collaboratively, to manage multiple cases
• Dependable team player with a cooperative and collaborative mindset
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a high degree of accuracy
• Effective communicator with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Benefits

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his/her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

Pay

$65,000.00 – $65,000.00