Managing Consultant, Forensics

iDiscovery Solutions•Washington, DC

67d•Hybrid

About The Position

The iDS Forensics Team has built a reputation that is unmatched. With team members in Washington, DC, Costa, Mesa, CA, and Atlanta, GA, the Managing Consultant will be a senior team member in DC expected to work a hybrid schedule to drive strategy around evidence management and project execution in the areas of forensic data collections, data extraction, analysis. This person will also be a go-to resource for junior team members providing hands-on shadowing, coaching and motivating feedback.

Requirements

A minimum of 8 years of experience collecting and analyzing forensic data; professional services experience strongly preferred
Proven track record of mentoring and training junior team members
Very strong understanding and application of forensic tools such as EnCase, FTK, Cellebrite, Axiom, Oxygen, etc.
Proven ability to collect and analyze data from various media including: desktops, laptops, tablets, cell phones, social media, etc.
Proven ability to maintain appropriate documentation such as Chain of Custody (CoC)
Certification in 1 or more tools preferred (EnCE, FTK, GCFE)
Willingness to travel and meet position needs outside of regular business hours

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting expert testimony a plus (i.e., declarations, depositions, expert reports)
Possess a consultative and investigative approach to problem solving, reasoning and analytical skills
Inspires, motivates, and guides team members effectively
Strong communication skills for conveying ideas, expectations, and findings
Effectively organizes, plans, and executes multiple projects with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships
Fosters a collaborative team environment encouraging diverse perspectives and opinions
Flexibility regarding work schedule to meet position needs outside of regular business hours
Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without an accommodation

Responsibilities

Provide day-to day guidance to the team that exemplify our core values, keeping a positive energy and providing motivation that can be replicated throughout the organization
Provide direction for smooth execution of forensic related tasks on a daily basis
Participate in the hiring, mentoring, and performance management of the new and existing team members
Provide written and verbal constructive feedback and coaching during Quarterly Conversations.
Provide organization and structure around DC/East Coast resourcing of collections
Contribute to the strategy around lab and evidence Management:
Forensics Software
Policies and procedures
Inventory
CoC
Serve as a subject matter expert on Forensics consulting projects
Participate in and support Business Development activities through sales calls, client pitches, RFPs, etc.
Attend team and company meetings on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
Submit time in accordance with preset deadlines
May be asked to perform other duties not listed in this job description as required by business needs.