Associate/Cyber Incident Response eDiscovery (Forensic Services practice)

Charles River Associates•Washington, DC

2d•$92,500 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Charles River Associates (CRA) is seeking an Associate to join its Cyber Incident Response & eDiscovery team in Chicago, Boston, Washington, DC, or New York. This role involves supporting high-profile cyber incident response matters, data breach investigations, and complex eDiscovery engagements. The Associate will work with experienced consultants, attorneys, and clients to identify and analyze potentially impacted information, transforming large datasets into actionable insights. Utilizing CRA's eDiscovery technology suite, the Associate will process, organize, analyze, and report on structured and unstructured data to meet regulatory, legal, and investigative objectives. The position offers significant opportunities for professional development through formal training, mentorship, and exposure to complex client engagements.

Requirements

1-3 years of experience in eDiscovery, cyber incident response, digital forensics, data privacy, investigations, or a related field.
Experience with Relativity’s core review features; certifications are a plus but not required.
Familiarity with quality control procedures and managing document production workflows.
Experience processing data using tools such as Nuix, Relativity, or similar platforms.
Familiarity with search term analysis and related reporting methodologies.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to work effectively with large and complex datasets.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data reporting.
Curiosity and desire to learn about privacy regulations and data protection concepts.
Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, client-service environment.
Willingness to travel occasionally, as required (minimal travel expected).

Responsibilities

Support cyber incident response and data breach investigations involving sensitive data.
Process, organize, and analyze large datasets using industry-standard eDiscovery and forensic technologies.
Conduct data analysis and data mining to identify personally identifiable information (PII), protected health information (PHI), other sensitive data types.
Assist with and learn to manage and administer review databases, including data loading, workspace configuration, user management, and reporting.
Perform quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy of deliverables.
Assist in the preparation of client-facing updates and reports.
Collaborate with cross-functional project teams to manage competing priorities and meet critical deadlines.
Contribute to corporate initiatives as needed, such as recruiting, training, business development support, etc.