Certified Digital Forensics Examiner Linthicum Heights, MD
Listed on 2026-03-04
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Data Security, Information Security, Digital Media / Production
Digital Forensics Examiner
Location:
Linthicum Heights, MD (100% on-site)
Active Secret Clearance Required
Department of Defense Cyber Crime Center
Multiyear contract through 2028
W2 or C2C
Education/Experience RequirementsHS Diploma and a minimum of 12+ years of experience, Associate’s degree and 10+ years of experience, Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of experience, Master’s degree and 6+ years of experience, or PhD with at least 3+ years of experience.
Clearance RequirementsActive Secret clearance as confirmed in DISS.
Certification Requirements (non‑expired)- Digital Media Collector (DMC), Digital Forensic Examiner (DFE), Cyber Crime Investigator (CCI), and International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) certifications
- Certified Computer Examiner (CCE), Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE), and GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE)
- Mobile device forensic tools:
Cellebrite Certified Mobile Examiner (CCME), XRY, Oxygen Forensic® Certified Examiner (OFCE) - Computer forensic tools:
EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE), X-Ways Professional in Evidence Recovery Techniques (X-PERT), Magnet Certified Forensic Examiner (MCFE), and data recovery or advanced data acquisition related certifications
Seeking a Digital Forensic Analyst in Major Crimes to analyze electronic media in support of the Defense Cyber Crime Center (DC3). The Analyst examines hard drives of computers, storage devices, cell phones, PDAs, and any electronic device that may hold evidence for court use. Responsibilities include forensic analysis of digital information, evidence collection and handling, forensic and electronic discovery services such as evidence preservation, data recovery, tape recovery, electronic mail extraction, and database examination.
The Analyst uses forensic tools and techniques to crack files and system passwords, detect steganography, and recover deleted, fragmented, or corrupted data from digital media. The Analyst maintains proper evidence custody and control procedures, documents findings in a form suitable for courtroom presentation, prepares comprehensive written notes and reports, and may be required to testify in federal or military courts as an expert witness.
- At least 4 years of experience conducting digital forensic analysis on a variety of media, including Windows, OS X, Linux, Android, and iOS.
- Experience in supporting criminal investigations.
- Experience writing technical reports detailing results of analysis.
- Experience with EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Axiom, Forensic Explorer, Cellebrite, and other forensic tools.
- Formalized training in the areas of computer science, forensics, etc.
- Understanding of network protocols and networking concepts.
- Knowledge of and experience with virtual environments.
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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, Team People, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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