Senior Cunsultant, Digital Forensics & Expert Services

Consilio LLC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The DFES Sr. Consultant leads, conducts, and assists in data preservation and digital investigations in complex litigation cases by leveraging knowledge of digital forensic tools, technology and protocols related to the collection and management of electronically stored information (ESI) from a wide variety of data sources. The Sr. Consultant is part of our Digital Forensics and Expert Services team and performs investigative work and data collections as part of a team with Consilio’s external clients. The Lab Technician will be working from our Chicago office in a hybrid role, collaborating closely with the team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in forensic computing or equivalent relevant experience
3 to 5 years of progressively responsible experience in related roles
Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative team environment
Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently
Demonstrate working knowledge and understanding of evidence management
Proficient in the usage of forensic acquisition tools and working with various file formats
Ability to collect data from a wide array of ESI, including computers, mobile devices, media storage devices, servers, networks, social media, and cloud-based services.
Familiarity with rules of evidence, ACPO guidelines, ISO17025 and Chain of Custody
Good understanding of computer networking in corporate environments
Availability for short notice or weekend travel when necessary
Ability to comply with ITAR qualifications

Nice To Haves

EDiscovery experience with relevant forensic collection and analysis software
Certifications in EnCase, FTK, Cellebrite, Nuix, CFE or similar
SQL or scripting

Responsibilities

Works internally with colleagues and with clients in the planning and execution of data preservation using the most appropriate and legally defensible solutions
Lead and participate in client calls, as necessary, displaying consultative and confident approach to calls
Ability to work independently on-site on small to medium sized engagements
Performs investigative analysis activities for a variety of digital devices, computers, storage media, servers, networks, and cloud-based services, including seizure and retention of mobile phones and handheld devices
Perform tasks related to the forensic examination of ESI under minimal supervision of a Manager/Senior Manager
Performs data restoration and data conversion to prepare data for processing and hosting
Leverages experience with forensic tools, including Encase, FTK, Axiom, and Cellebrite to conduct forensic investigations
Displays sound knowledge and expertise of common operating systems and applications and exhibits an aptitude for problem solving in a methodical manner consistent with forensic protocols
Follows Digital Forensic good practice methodologies (ISO17025 standard and ACPO Principles of Digital Evidence) in all aspects of the forensic and eDiscovery workflow
Assists with and independently conducts the forensic examination of data and prepares expert reports and other expert witness documentation related to investigations
Displays competence in oral delivery of complex technical information to non-technical clients
Travels to domestic and international onsite locations with a team or independently to perform data collections when safe and feasible
Displays high degree of comfort operating in a client-facing environment and meeting the needs of clients