Digital Forensics Unit Technician

City of Chattanooga•Chattanooga, TN

4h•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for advanced electronic crime investigation for the detection and apprehension of offenders through the forensic recovery of electronic evidence as well as assisting and supporting daily technology-based investigations. Duties include conducting day-to-day digital forensic investigations, including data preservation, data recovery, and analysis; advising investigators and/or prosecuting attorneys on all aspects of electronic evidence, including the collection, preservation, recovery, and analysis of all forms of electronic data on a case by case basis; serving as a subject matter expert on technical matters relating to digital evidence and testifying in court or at hearings as an expert witness in the area of digital forensics; preparing reports, demonstrations, training, and policies related to the collection, preservation, recovery, and analysis of all forms of electronic data.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution in Digital/Computer Forensic Science or closely related field, two years of work experience in computer forensics, mobile forensics, forensic audio/video analysis, or a related discipline, or any combination of equivalent experience and education.

Nice To Haves

International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) Certification.
SANS Windows Forensic Analysis FOR500 Global Information Assurance Certification in Computer Forensic Examination (GCFE).
Certified Forensic Video Analyst (CFVA), Certified Forensic Video Technician (CFVT) from the LEVA International, Inc.
Forensic Video Certification from International Association for Identification (IAI).
Certified Computer Examiner (CCE) from the International Society of Forensic Computer Examiners.
EnCase Certified Examiner program (EnCE).
Basic Computer Examination and Recover Training (BCERT) from National Computer Forensic Institute (NCFI).
Cellebrite Certified Mobile Examiner (CCME).

Responsibilities

Preserves, collects, and processes electronic data according to all applicable policies, best practices, and law.
Researches and maintains proficiency in tools, techniques, and trends in digital forensic analysis.
Assists the investigative and patrol staff in the identification, collection and analysis of all types of electronic evidence including audio and video material, as well as electronically stored data.
Conducts examinations of digital evidence and assists with the preparation of electronic evidence for courtroom presentation.
Performs forensic analysis of cell phone and other mobile devices.
Ensures that audio and video evidence is collected in a manner that maintains its integrity and a proper chain of custody.
Assists investigators in the review of audio and video evidence and other electronically stored evidence as needed.
Assists with maintaining and monitoring the forensic server.
Utilizes forensic techniques and forensic tool sets such Cellebrite, Magnet Axiom, Secureview and other cell phone forensic tools.
Must meet regular attendance requirements.
Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and citizens.
Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.