Digital Forensic Examiner 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Digital Forensic Examiner 1 with the Bureau of Criminal Investigation, you will help investigators find important digital clues in criminal cases. This role is a great fit for someone who is curious, detail-oriented, and interested in advanced computer work. You will have the opportunity to learn specialized tools, help uncover digital evidence, and support law enforcement efforts across the state. This position supports digital forensic work by helping examine electronic devices and recover important evidence for criminal investigations. Work involves learning forensic tools, assisting senior examiners, and helping maintain secure evidence handling practices.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in digital forensics, cyber forensics, forensic science, computer science or any information technology field that includes 3 college credits in computer networking and 3 college credits in information technology security, network security, or cyber security; or An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 3 college credits in computer networking and 3 college credits in information technology security, network security, or cybersecurity.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• Possession of an active motor vehicle license.
• Meet the PA residency requirement.
• Must obtain and maintain a Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) certification within the first 18 months of hire.
• Must obtain and maintain an active Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Police within the probationary period and maintain the same for the duration of employment in this job.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Must pass criminal history and background investigations if you do not have a current Pennsylvania State Police background on file.
• Must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Prior to placement in this job title, the selected candidate regardless of their current job, must submit a Report of Medications for screening by the Pennsylvania State Police Medical Officer.

Responsibilities

• Receive and preserve digital devices while maintaining a clear chain of custody
• Analyze computers, phones, and other equipment using forensic tools to locate electronic evidence
• Assist with retrieving deleted, encrypted, or damaged files from digital media
• Accompany investigators to help collect and disconnect electronic equipment during searches
• Support network maintenance tasks such as updates, configurations, and equipment management
• Help prepare forensic materials and provide information for use in court proceedings

Benefits

• Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $67,736.00 (before taxes).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level