Senior Forensic Technician/Analyst #1655404

Network Designs•Dahlgren, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

NDi is seeking a Senior Forensic Technician/Analyst provides advanced forensic, cybersecurity, and technical analysis support to NSWCDD across multiple classified and unclassified network environments. This role conducts mobile and digital forensic examinations, supports incident response activities, performs packet-level and malware analysis, prepares detailed forensic and technical reports, and assists the Security Office with formatting and reviewing publications, guidelines, and policy documents. The Senior Forensic Technician/Analyst works independently with minimal oversight, may supervise junior analysts, and serves as a senior technical resource supporting cybersecurity operations, risk management activities, network defense, and investigative analysis.

Requirements

U.S Citizenship required.
Active Top Secret Clearance required.
This position requires 5 days onsite in Dahlgren, VA. Please note that up to 40% remote work may become available but this determination will be made at a later stage.
Six (6) years of professional experience providing software, hardware, and wireless support, including mobile forensic examination.
Experience developing, testing, and implementing network infrastructure contingency and recovery plans.
Skilled in performing packet-level analysis and evaluating network traffic to identify anomalies or threats.
Demonstrated technical comprehension of system relationships, dependencies, and component requirements.
Experience interpreting technical documentation and developing forensic examination reports.
Experience reviewing and formatting security publications, guidelines, and policy documents.
Advanced forensic examination and analysis skills.
Strong understanding of malware behavior, threat vectors, and system vulnerabilities.
Expertise in packet-level analysis and network forensics.
Ability to manage sensitive information and maintain evidentiary standards.
Strong technical writing and documentation capabilities.
Ability to work independently and lead/supervise junior analysts.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Familiarity with cloud, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments.
Strong interpersonal communication skills for coordinating with Security Office, Cyber Ops, and leadership.
Candidate must obtain the following within 90 days of contract award: - GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE) Candidate must possess one of the following DoD-approved IAT III certifications: - CASP+ CE - GCIH - CCNP Security - CISA - CISSP (or Associate) - GCED - GSEC - Any other DoD 8570-approved IAT III certification. If you do not currently hold any of these certifications, you must be willing to obtain one by March 1, 2026.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering, or Mathematics with a concentration in computer science or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Perform mobile device forensic examinations using industry-standard tools and methodologies.
Collect, preserve, analyze, and document forensic evidence in accordance with Navy/DoD requirements.
Conduct logical data recovery, malware analysis (static/dynamic), and forensic imaging.
Produce comprehensive forensic examination reports supporting investigations, incident response, and leadership briefings.
Ensure evidentiary integrity and proper chain of custody throughout all examination activities.
Conduct packet-level traffic analysis to identify anomalies, threats, or malicious activity.
Support vulnerability analysis, cyber threat identification, and mitigation planning.
Assist with cyber incident detection, response, and recovery actions in collaboration with cyber operations personnel.
Analyze artifacts across multiple networks (uRDTE, cRDTE, SDREN, NMCI) to support investigations.
Interpret user requirements, functional requirements, system documentation, and technical artifacts.
Support development of risk assessments, mitigation recommendations, and security analyses.
Draft, review, edit, and format NSWCDD Security Office publications, guidelines, and policy documents.
Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity, risk management, and information assurance processes.
Provide support for software, hardware, and wireless systems relevant to forensic and investigative activities.
Develop, test, and implement network infrastructure contingency and recovery plans.
Display a strong understanding of system dependencies, technical architectures, and hardware/software requirements