Computer Investigative Forensic Analyst

Internal Revenue Service • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

This position is within the CI - Criminal Investigation, Digital Forensics unit. The role serves as a national technical lead and subject matter expert for assigned digital forensic tools, platforms, technologies, and operational capabilities used throughout Criminal Investigation. The analyst will provide technical oversight, lifecycle management, strategic planning, governance, and operational direction for forensic software, hardware, evidence processing systems, cloud-enabled capabilities, automation platforms, and investigative technology solutions. Responsibilities include developing national requirements, technical specifications, validation methodologies, testing standards, implementation strategies, and operational guidance for forensic technologies, both internally and within larger national and international associations. The analyst will evaluate commercial, government-developed, and emerging solutions to determine operational suitability, technical performance, investigative value, evidentiary reliability, security implications, and compatibility with existing CI environments. Coordination of nationwide deployment, integration, sustainment, modernization, and operational use of forensic technologies is also a key duty. The role involves developing and maintaining technical guidance, standard operating procedures, validation documentation, and best practices to ensure consistent, effective, and legally defensible use of forensic tools. Additionally, the analyst will provide technical leadership and recommendations regarding technology investments, modernization initiatives, acquisition planning, capability development, licensing strategies, resource allocation, and future state forensic technology requirements. Monitoring operational effectiveness, utilization, capability gaps, and emerging requirements associated with forensic tools and programs, and recommending enhancements to strengthen CI's national digital forensic mission are also part of the role.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National and provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 are required to be registered with the Selective Service System or prove they are exempt from having to do so.
• Must provide 2 forms of identification from the Form I-9.
• Minimum age for federal employment is 18 years old, or at least 16 years old and have: Graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or Completed a formal vocational training program; or Received a statement from school authorities agreeing with your preference for employment rather than continuing your education.
• One (1) full year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service.
• Specialized experience includes: Working with computer forensics principles, network operations, and protocols to plan and carry out assignments and develop new methods, approaches, and procedures in computer forensics.
• Interacting orally and in writing to provide advice and instruction to industry professionals, local, federal, and state agencies on all aspects of digital forensics.
• Applying laws, regulations, and investigative methods to the analysis of digital evidence.
• Utilizing computer and network equipment, forensic software applications, specialized forensic equipment, programming languages, and computer scripting to support investigative actions.
• Conceiving and identifying innovative new approaches and new concepts, guides, and methodologies to solve unprecedented problems, and then training peers to perform the same procedure.
• Obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance/SCI.
• Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position. A negative result is required.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a national technical lead and subject matter expert for assigned digital forensic tools, platforms, technologies, and operational capabilities used throughout Criminal Investigation.
• Provides technical oversight, lifecycle management, strategic planning, governance, and operational direction for forensic software, hardware, evidence processing systems, cloud-enabled capabilities, automation platforms, and investigative technology solutions.
• Develops national requirements, technical specifications, validation methodologies, testing standards, implementation strategies, and operational guidance for forensic technologies, both internal to IRS-CI's operations and within larger national and international associations and workgroups that advise on policy and best practices.
• Evaluates commercial, government-developed, and emerging solutions to determine operational suitability, technical performance, investigative value, evidentiary reliability, security implications, and compatibility with existing CI environments.
• Coordinates nationwide deployment, integration, sustainment, modernization, and operational use of forensic technologies.
• Develops and maintains technical guidance, standard operating procedures, validation documentation, and best practices to ensure consistent, effective, and legally defensible use of forensic tools throughout CI.
• Provides technical leadership and recommendations regarding technology investments, modernization initiatives, acquisition planning, capability development, licensing strategies, resource allocation, and future state forensic technology requirements.
• Monitors operational effectiveness, utilization, capability gaps, and emerging requirements associated with forensic tools and programs and recommends enhancements that strengthen CI's national digital forensic mission.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed