Digital Forensic Examiner

Forensic Focus; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Forensic Focus in Chicago seeks an experienced digital forensics examiner to perform examinations across devices and data sources, analyse findings, and prepare documentation suitable for court.

The role requires a bachelor's degree, EnCE or substantial EnCase experience, and several years of related work. You will work independently across varied casework and may testify as an expert witness.

Candidates should be comfortable communicating findings to legal and insurance professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• EnCE certification or substantial EnCase experience required.
• Several years in computer forensics, information security, breach diagnosis, or hardware/software testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform digital forensic examinations on a wide range of devices and data sources.
• Analyse evidence to uncover incident circumstances.
• Liaise with clients and produce clear, courtroom-ready documentation.
• Potentially testify as an expert witness in legal proceedings.

Skills

Digital forensics

Evidence analysis

Courtroom communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

EnCE certification

Tools

EnCase

Job description

The Role

This position involves performing digital forensic examinations on a wide range of devices and data sources, analysing evidence to uncover the circumstances behind incidents, liaising with clients, and producing clear, courtroom-ready documentation. The examiner may also testify as an expert witness in legal proceedings.

Skills & Experience

Candidates need a relevant bachelor's degree, EnCE certification or substantial EnCase experience, and several years in computer forensics, information security, breach diagnosis, and hardware or software testing. Experience with hard drive or mechanical failure analysis and legal/insurance clients is advantageous.

Who It Suits

Ideal for an experienced forensic practitioner comfortable working independently across varied casework, communicating findings clearly to legal and insurance professionals, and confident presenting evidence in courtroom or deposition settings.