Associate Principal/Digital Forensics (Forensic Services practice)

Forensic Focus; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Forensic Focus in Chicago leads digital forensics investigations for corporate clients and counsel. The role demands directing onsite data collection across MacOS, iOS, Android, Windows and Linux devices, performing mobile extractions, and delivering expert witness testimony when required.

Ideal candidates bring 7-10+ years in digital forensics, cyber intrusion investigation or incident response, with deep knowledge of MacOS artifacts and file systems such as APFS/HFS+/FAT/NTFS, plus experience

Qualifications

• 7+ years in digital forensics, cyber intrusion investigation or incident response.
• Deep knowledge of MacOS artifacts and file systems (APFS/HFS+/FAT/NTFS).
• Experience as an expert witness and as a team leader is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital forensics investigations for corporate clients and counsel.
• Direct onsite data collection across MacOS, iOS, Android, Windows and Linux devices.
• Perform mobile extractions and data remediation; provide expert testimony when required.
• Mentor and oversee junior staff; engage in client management and business development.

Skills

Digital forensics

Incident response

Team leadership

Testifying expert

Tools

Open-source + commercial forensic tools

Job description

The Role

This position leads digital forensic investigations supporting corporate clients and counsel, particularly in trade secret theft matters. Duties include directing onsite data collection, analyzing MacOS, iOS, Android, Windows and Linux devices, performing mobile extractions, remediating data, and providing expert witness testimony when required.

Skills & Experience

Requires 7-10+ years in digital forensics, cyber intrusion investigation or incident response, with deep knowledge of MacOS artifacts, APFS/HFS+/FAT/NTFS file systems, and both open-source and commercial forensic tools. Experience as a testifying expert and team leader is essential.

Who It Suits

Ideal for a seasoned digital forensics professional ready to take on leadership responsibilities, including team supervision, client management, business development, and mentoring, within a consulting environment focused on litigation and corporate investigations.