Forensic Analyst

City of Charlotte • Charlotte, NC

5d • $75,471 - $94,339 • Onsite

About The Position

The Digital Forensics Analyst works under general supervision and performs work by conducting research, extracting and collecting data to determine the relevance and validity of information regarding ongoing investigations.

Requirements

• Associates degree from accredited college or university
• Three (3) years of work experience in a law enforcement setting
• Knowledge of investigative & laboratory techniques
• Knowledge of law enforcement practices & procedures
• Knowledge of problem-solving techniques
• Ability to interpret findings & prepare scientific reports
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally & in writing
• Ability to perform essential tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to take on additional duties & responsibilities
• Ability to impartially work with explicit sexual / violent / child exploitation material
• Ability to work days / evenings / nights / holidays / weekends
• Ability to work rotating call back schedule requiring overtime as needed
• Positions in this class typically require grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
• Physical Requirements: Remaining in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periods. Occasional movement throughout the workday daily to interact with staff and accomplish task. Communicate verbally and in writing, in order to exchange information. Repeating motions of holding, grasping, turning, that may include the wrist, hands, and/or fingers. Light work that may include moving objects up to 10 pounds. Ability to operate office equipment, such as computer, copier, fax machine, and phone.
• Sensory Requirements: Concentrated and attentive use of one or more senses (visual, audio, and other sensory modalities) for proofreading, data entry, tabulating data. Ability to operate in an environment with frequent interruptions from people and or noises, which in return could result in some level of stress, fatigue, or strain. Comprehend written information in work-related documents. Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using relevant forensics tools: Cellebrite, Magnet GrayKey, Magnet Axiom, Griffeye, Amped Five, etc.
• CompTIA A+ or Network+ Certifications

Responsibilities

• Accepts & receipts submitted evidence
• Maintains chain of custody on submitted evidence
• Regularly conducts forensic examinations of digital evidence in laboratory environment
• Documents examination results & transmits results to submitting authority
• Submits all records as required by Departmental rules / regulations / other directives
• Provides court testimony regarding results of analysis & prepares courtroom presentations
• Maintain laboratory equipment in operational readiness for variety of forensic tasks
• Responsible for proper use / maintenance / necessary replacement / security of all personally issued equipment
• Responsible for proper documentation / routing / dissemination of all messages & information as received
• Responsible for effectively instructing law enforcement officers in proper identification / collection / submission of criminal evidence relating to digital forensics
• Regularly attend training courses obtaining & maintaining required certifications
• Assist team members with after-hours response assisting with evidence collection & processing
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte’s benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees