Digital Forensic Analyst

Overview

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services) is seeking a Digital Forensic Analyst focused on the preservation & collection of mobile device and cloud-stored data. This role requires fluency in a broad range of forensic technologies and involves travel for on-site collection as well as in-office work at the primary firm office (forensics lab and data center). The firm emphasizes a lean-team approach and an employee-centric culture that supports professional growth and active roles for all team members.

Base pay range: $80,000.00/yr - $/yr. This range is provided by CGS Federal. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

• Perform forensic data collection and basic forensic analysis in both on-site and remote capacity
• Coordinate directly with legal teams and client IT departments to understand project scope
• Maintain forensic tool set by staying current on version updates and new options in the market
• Work closely with project management and other team members on completing complex projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Assist in developing, documenting, and refining procedures to accomplish discovery process requirements
• Manage all chain of custody best practices associated with the rules of evidence
• Consistently adhere to standard operating procedures
• Perform quality checks on work products prior to delivering to the client
• Complete additional duties assigned by the manager including general IT functions

• Minimum undergraduate degree, preferably in Digital Forensic Science or Computer Science/Engineering
• 1+ years of relevant experience with understanding of the forensic lifecycle, scoping activities, evidence acquisitions across devices, and intermediate-level forensic analysis
• Experience with industry-standard forensic tools such as EnCase, Cellebrite, Oxygen, FTK Imager, Mac Quisition, X1 Social Discovery, Logicube Falcon
• General understanding of Mac/Windows file systems, mobile devices, and encryption
• Experience preserving desktops, laptops, mobile devices/tablets, servers, cloud and on-premise email implementations, nontraditional cloud data sources, and social media in a forensically sound manner
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to work extended hours when necessary to meet client deadlines
• Strong organizational skills with acute attention to detail
• Willingness to travel regularly on short notice; valid passport for occasional international travel
• Energetic self-starter who can work within a team and independently as needed
• Ability to document forensic workflows based on sound industry practice
• Willingness to train other team members to increase the group’s knowledge base
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to solve complex problems on the fly

• Understanding of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM)
• At least one industry-standard certification (EnCE, CCE, CCFE, GCFE, GCFA, CCO, CCPA, CCME, etc.)
• General knowledge of litigation support applications (e.g., Relativity, Concordance, Nuix, LAW Pre Discovery)
• Experience with structured data from various platforms, including analysis, scripting, and data manipulation to develop client reports
• Understanding of automation tools, scripting, and Active Directory
• Experience with scripting, programming/coding, and database languages (SQL, VB, HTML, Access)

CGS strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client’s needs. We are committed to solving challenging and dynamic problems and supporting employee growth through learning opportunities.

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
• Paid Time Off and observance of State/Federal Holidays

Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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