Posted by: Longeviti LLC on Aug 23, 2019
Job Description:
Mid Level Forensic Examiner duties include all duties assigned to the Forensic Technician in addition to On-Site Backups (OSB), laboratory analysis, and database extraction duties, which may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Testifying in court, Grand Jury, or other legal proceedings through testimony, sworn
affidavits, or other legal instruments.
• Successfully passing competency and annual proficiency tests in Digital Forensics as
determined by SFL9.
• Maintaining operational effectiveness of all assigned Government hardware, software,
and forensic support equipment.
• Maintaining proper chain of custody of evidence and associated documentation.
• Performing other laboratory forensic functions as assigned.
On-Site Backups (OSB)
• Requires ability to travel with limited advance notice of 1-2 days. OSB travel typically
consists of 2 nights/3 days, with days 1 and 3 identified as travel days. The contracted
examiner must be able to adjust immediately to unexpected changes. OSB operations
normally take place during the workweek (i.e. Monday through Friday); however,
occasional weekend (i.e. Saturday and Sunday) work may be required.
• OSB operations frequently exceed a typical eight-hour day and it is required that the
contracted examiner remain onsite as long as is necessary to complete the operation.
• During an OSB, work schedules will adjust due to operational needs.
• Provide onsite digital forensics technical support for DEA operations.
• Identify and provide assistance and guidance for search and seizure of computer
systems, handheld devices, and digital storage media.
• Follow laboratory policies and procedures for OSB operations.
Laboratory Analysis and Database Extractions
• Interfacing with a case agent and developing analysis plan to address questions of
investigative relevance.
• Performing forensic analysis, to include, but not limited to:
o Recovering deleted files and other system artifacts.
o Decrypting password protected data files and devices.
o Performing forensic keyword searches and producing results.
o Analyzing and interpreting various data to provide technically accurate forensic
results and reports.
o Querying, extracting, and reporting data from relational databases found on suspect
media while maintaining data integrity.
o Recovering and restoring proprietary pharmaceutical databases, to include from flat
files or backups.
• Writing clear and concise technical reports and notes detailing work.
• Conducting research and development to identify evidentially significant artifacts from
emerging hardware and software technologies.
• Conducting research and development to identify new methods of forensic data
extraction and preservation.
• Conducting validation of tools and techniques.
• Providing guidance and training on emerging technology and new techniques to forensic
personnel as needed.
• Participating and representing the laboratory in professional organizations and working
groups as required.
Requirements
US Citizen
Background investigation
BS Degree in Computers or Science field with 24 credit hours in computer science, engineering or math
Possess a laboratory-approved industry certification, currently EnCE and pass a test
3 to 7 years digital forensic experience
Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Education Level:
Bachelors degree or higher
Pay Rate:
Commensurate with experience
Travel Requirements:
Moderate