Digital Forensics, Advisor

Peraton • Linthicum, MD

84d • $135,000 - $216,000

About The Position

Peraton is looking for a Digital Forensic Analyst in Major Crimes to analyze electronic media in support of a federal government agency, focused on sensitive on-going criminal investigations and operations. Using a wide variety of forensic tools, the Digital Forensic Analyst examines the hard drives of computers, storage devices, cell phones, PDA's, or any electronic device that may hold evidence that could be used in a court of law. Performs forensic analysis of digital information and gathers and handles evidence. Performs a variety of forensic and electronic discovery services, including digital evidence preservation, forensic analysis, data recovery, tape recovery, electronic mail extraction, and database examination. Employs forensic tools and techniques to crack files and system passwords, detect steganography and recover deleted, fragmented and corrupted data from digital media of all types. Observes proper evidence custody and control procedures, documents procedures and findings in a manner suitable for courtroom presentation and prepares comprehensive written notes and reports. May be required to testify in federal/military court as expert witnesses.

Requirements

• Associates degree and 10+ years of experience; OR Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience; OR Master's Degree and 6+ years of experience.
• Degree from an ABET or NCAE accredited institution in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or Information Systems is highly desired.
• One or more required certifications: Digital Media Collector (DMC), Digital Forensic Examiner (DFE), Cyber Crime Investigator (CCI), Certified Computer Examiner (CCE), Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE), GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE), Cellebrite Certified Mobile Examiner (CCME), XRY, Oxygen Forensic Certified Examiner (OFCE), EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE), X-PERT, Magnet Certified Forensic Examiner (MCFE), or related certifications.
• At least 4 years experience conducting digital forensic analysis on various media including Windows, OS X, Linux, Android, and iOS.
• Experience in supporting criminal investigations.
• Experience writing Technical Reports detailing results of analysis.
• Experience with forensic tools such as EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Axiom, Forensic Explorer, and Cellebrite.
• Formalized training in computer science, forensics, etc.
• Understanding of network protocols and networking concepts.
• Knowledge of and experience with virtual environments.
• Active TS clearance, SCI eligible.

Responsibilities

• Analyze electronic media in support of federal government agency investigations.
• Examine hard drives of computers, storage devices, cell phones, and other electronic devices for evidence.
• Perform forensic analysis of digital information and gather and handle evidence.
• Conduct digital evidence preservation, forensic analysis, data recovery, tape recovery, electronic mail extraction, and database examination.
• Employ forensic tools to crack files and system passwords, detect steganography, and recover deleted or corrupted data.
• Document procedures and findings for courtroom presentation and prepare comprehensive written notes and reports.
• Testify in federal/military court as an expert witness if required.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees