Digital Forensic Analyst I

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services); Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Digital Forensic Analyst, where your expertise in forensic technologies will be pivotal in preserving and collecting data from various sources. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to government innovation and solving complex challenges. You'll collaborate with legal teams and IT departments, ensuring that data is collected and analyzed in a forensically sound manner. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive culture, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a rapidly expanding field.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant experience in forensic lifecycle and evidence acquisition.
• Effective communication skills with team members and clients.
• Willingness to work extended hours and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform forensic data collection and analysis on-site and remotely.
• Coordinate with legal teams to understand project scope.
• Manage chain of custody practices in accordance with rules of evidence.

Skills

Forensic Data Collection

Forensic Analysis

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting Skills

Project Management

Education

Undergraduate degree in Digital Forensic Science

Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

EnCase

Cellebrite

Oxygen

FTK Imager

X1 Social Discovery

Logicube Falcon

Job description

Digital Forensic Analyst

Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level

Department: Forensics

CGS is seeking a Digital Forensic Analyst whose primary focus will be on the preservation & collection of mobile device and cloud-stored data. The candidate should be fluent in a broad range of forensic technologies and interested in taking a primary role in a quickly expanding forensics department. This position involves travel for on-site collection efforts and in-office work at the primary firm location, which includes the forensics lab and data center. Our firm prioritizes a lean-team approach and a very employee-centric culture that encourages professional growth and active roles for all team members.

CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. We seek candidates excited to contribute to government innovation, who appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. We offer an environment where employees feel supported and encouraged to grow professionally through various learning opportunities.

Skills and Attributes for Success:

1. Perform forensic data collection and basic forensic analysis both on-site and remotely.
2. Coordinate with legal teams and client IT departments to understand project scope.
3. Maintain forensic tool sets by staying current with updates and new options.
4. Work closely with project management and team members on complex projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
5. Assist in developing, documenting, and refining procedures for discovery processes.
6. Manage chain of custody practices in accordance with rules of evidence.
7. Adhere to standard operating procedures consistently.
8. Perform quality checks on work products before delivery.
9. Complete additional duties as assigned by the manager, including general IT functions.

Qualifications:

1. Undergraduate degree, preferably in Digital Forensic Science or Computer Science/Engineering.
2. At least 1 year of relevant experience understanding the forensic lifecycle, evidence acquisition, and forensic analysis at an intermediate level.
3. Experience with industry-standard forensic tools such as EnCase, Cellebrite, Oxygen, FTK Imager, MacQuisition, X1 Social Discovery, Logicube Falcon.
4. Understanding of Mac/Windows filesystems, mobile devices, and encryption.
5. Experience preserving data from desktops, laptops, mobile devices, servers, cloud and on-premise email, social media, etc., in a forensically sound manner.
6. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with team members and clients.
7. Willingness to work extended hours and travel as needed, with a valid passport for international travel.
8. Self-starter capable of working independently and within a team.
9. Ability to document forensic workflows following industry standards.
10. Willingness to train others and develop secondary resources for larger collection events.
11. Strong troubleshooting skills for complex problem-solving.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

1. Understanding of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM).
2. Industry certifications such as EnCE, CCE, GCFE, GCFA, etc.
3. Knowledge of litigation support applications like Relativity, Nuix, LAW PreDiscovery.
4. Experience analyzing structured data, scripting, and data manipulation.
5. Familiarity with copy tools, scripting (PowerShell, etc.), and Active Directory.
6. Skills in scripting, programming, and database languages (SQL, VB, HTML, Access).

Our Commitment:

CGS strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through innovative use of technology and talented personnel. We are committed to solving challenging problems and fostering a supportive environment that values honesty, professionalism, and quality work. We offer comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, and paid time off.

Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Join our team and contribute to government innovation! Explore additional opportunities at: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/

Learn more about CGS at: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact us at: [e-mail]