Computer Forensic Examiner, Computer Crimes

Attorney General & Dept of Law; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Attorney General & Dept of Law is seeking a Computer Forensic Examiner to conduct examinations and investigations under Virginia’s Computer Crimes Act. The role involves coordinating with federal, state, and local law enforcement, as well as service providers, and presenting information to public groups and professionals in the field.

Ideal candidates will have strong verbal and written communication, solid computer proficiency, and a background in digital forensics coursework.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• One year law enforcement experience conducting computer forensics and criminal investigations (preferred).
• Major course work in digital forensics will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct computer forensic examinations and investigations of child exploitation, computer fraud, computer trespass, identity theft and other crimes within Virginia’s Computer Crimes Act.
• Work with federal, state and local law enforcement, and with service providers.
• Speak to public groups and interact with law enforcement, prosecutors and technology professionals on Internet crimes.
• Investigations are statewide and may cross state borders; some overnight travel may be required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer proficiency

Education

Digital forensics coursework

Job description

Title: Computer Forensic Examiner, Computer Crimes

State Role Title:Computer Forensic Examiner

Hiring Range: $61,050

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Attorney General & Dept of Law

Location:Office of the Attorney General

Agency Website:https://www.oag.state.va.us/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Conduct computer forensic examinations and criminal investigations of child exploitation, computer fraud, computer trespass, identity theft, and other crimes within Virginia’s Computer Crimes Act. Undergo appropriate computer forensic examination training. Work extensively in conjunction with federal, state and local law enforcement, as well as computer service and Internet service providers. Speak to public groups and interact with law enforcement, state prosecutors and technology-related professionals on issues related to the Internet and computer crimes on a regular basis. (Investigations are statewide and at times may cross state borders. Some overnight travel required.)

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as computer proficiency.

Additional Considerations

• Minimum of one year law enforcement experience conducting computer forensics and criminal investigations, including computer crime and/or child exploitation investigations, is preferable.
• Major course work in digital forensics will be considered.

Contact Information

Name: OAG Recruitment Team

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.