Digital Forensic Investigator 1

Investigation, Georgia Bureau of•Decatur, IL

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a sensitive government position. The selected candidate will assist in investigating criminal activity by performing digital forensic examinations of data stored on electronic devices. Responsibilities include documenting and reporting findings, maintaining knowledge of current technology and best practices for extracting digital data, and providing expert testimony in court regarding electronically stored information. The role also involves providing technical guidance and assistance to law enforcement officials. The position requires proficiency with computers, mostly sedentary work in an office setting, but also field assistance in various environments. Travel, sometimes overnight, is required for court appearances, training, and warrant assists. Operating a state vehicle is required, and the applicant must have a valid Georgia driver's license. An on-call rotation is also required. A three to four-month training period at GBI Headquarters is mandatory. Residency within a 25-mile radius of the assigned regional boundary is required for statewide assignments.

Requirements

Must be proficient with the use of a computer.
Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer forensics, cybersecurity, computer information systems, digital forensics, information technology or related field.
OR Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university AND two years of experience in a law enforcement capacity in digital investigations.
Must have a valid Georgia driver's license.
Required to work on-call rotation as needed to include overnight.
Required to establish residency in your area of assignment or reside within a twenty-five (25) miles radius of your assigned regional boundary for statewide assignments.

Nice To Haves

Experience in examining computer evidence in a forensic/law enforcement environment.
Forensic certifications such as CFCE, GCFE, or experience working with Magnet Axiom, Cellebrite Physical Analyzer/Inseyets, Open Text EnCase, or other forensic software.

Responsibilities

Conducts forensic examination of electronic devices including computers, mobile devices, and other digital data storage media.
Uses software and hardware forensic tools to extract, preserve, analyze, and present evidence for further investigations or testing.
Assists law enforcement in the preparation of search warrants, investigative information, and cases for court purposes.
Provides on-scene technical support and assistance during the execution of search warrants.
Provides support in examination and digital investigation techniques for law enforcement and other legal entities.
Serves as subject matter expert on technical matters relating to digital evidence and testify in court or at hearings as an expert witness in the area of digital forensics.
Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.