Digital Forensic Examiner

Envista Forensics LLC (US); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Envista Forensics LLC (US) is seeking an experienced digital forensics professional in Illinois. The role involves running forensic examinations across media, using EnCase, and analyzing complex data for clients and legal teams.

You will document findings clearly for court-ready reports and may serve as an expert witness. A bachelor’s in CS/EE or related field plus 3+ years in forensics is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• EnCE certification (or deep, hands‑on EnCase experience)
• 3+ years in computer forensics & information security
• 3+ years diagnosing security breaches, firewalls, or network security issues
• 3+ years of software/hardware testing experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and work with clients

Responsibilities

• Run digital forensic examinations across all kinds of media and sources
• Leverage industry-standard tools like EnCase to uncover the story behind the data
• Research, analyze, and connect the dots on complex investigative information
• Work directly with clients— and help market our services between casework
• Document findings in clear, courtroom-ready notes and reports
• Serve as an expert witness when your work ends up in front of a judge

Job description

Inspiring People - Impactful Experiences

If there was one common theme to describe what our team members get from a career with Envista Forensics, it’s: An Experience. Envista prides itself on being One Company/One Team. Forensic Consulting relies on scientific principles to investigate all types of failures impacting service, people, and business production— from minor to catastrophic. It’s our job to analyze and determine why it happened. We’re always looking for great professionals, in all disciplines and locations – contact us for more information about other opportunities.

We’re looking for someone who:Is Passionate. You have a genuine passion to problem solve. Is motivated and cultivates innovation. You’re driven to be the very best. You challenge yourself to grow and learn every day and are encouraged by other team members.Is collaborative. You’re excited to work with others throughout a global organization to help foster a superior workplace and culture. You are constantly thinking of new ways to make Envista successful.Wants to make an impact to drive results. You’re looking to do amazing work. You’re all about helping our clients both internally and externally.Operates with integrity and instills trust. You always conduct yourself with honesty and operate ethically in everything you do.

Job Description Where certainty meets complexity.

At Envista Forensics, we deliver certainty when it matters most — when data, systems, structures, or equipment are threatened by catastrophe or litigation. As a global, multi-disciplinary forensic consulting firm, we partner with insurance and legal professionals to determine cause, responsibility, and the full extent of loss. Our experts are trusted advisors whose work stands up to every form of scrutiny.

What you'll do

• Run digital forensic examinations across all kinds of media and sources
• Leverage industry-standard tools like EnCase to uncover the story behind the data
• Research, analyze, and connect the dots on complex investigative information
• Work directly with clients— and help market our services between casework
• Document findings in clear, courtroom-ready notes and reports
• Serve as an expert witness when your work ends up in front of a judge

What you bring

• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• EnCE certification (or deep, hands‑on EnCase experience)
• 3+ years in computer forensics & information security
• 3+ years diagnosing security breaches, firewalls, or network security issues
• 3+ years of software/hardware testing experience
• Bonus points for hard drive failure analysis, circuit/mechanical failure analysis, or experience with law firms and insurers
• Sharp written and verbal communication — comfortable presenting to small groups or packed rooms
• Juggling multiple projects without dropping a ball
• A second language? Even better

Why Envista

We offer competitive pay and benefits, a collaborative team culture, real investment in professional development, and the chance to do meaningful work with global impact. This is your opportunity to become a recognized expert in a firm whose name carries weight in courtrooms and boardrooms alike.

The pay range for this position in Illinois is $80,000 to 115,000 annually, and quarterly bonus potential; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as permitted under the Illinois Equal Pay Act. A sign‑on bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided in accordance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, as amended by the Equal Pay Registration Act and the pay transparency requirements effective January 1, 2025.

One Company/One Team is not just one of our 5 Guiding Principles, it’s we how separate ourselves from our competitors. We learn together, we win together and through our team members voices, we bring certainty to an uncertain world. At Envista Forensics, we recognize that our potential team members come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a role. We strive to reflect the communities and clients we serve to drive innovation, excellence, and meaningful work—We want you to bring your authentic self to Envista. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Envista Forensics embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives Envista Forensics believes that Veterans arrive with not only translatable skills and technical expertise but in addition come with the intangibles; leadership and values that we believe align with our 5 Guiding Principles. Simply put, these qualities enable our success, so we encourage all Guardsmen, Reservists, and Veterans to consider Envista as their next career destination.

Envista satisfies the growing demand by insurance claims and legal professionals for a global, multi-disciplinary and highly-skilled, forensic engineering partner. Our identity is rooted in our strength in investigation and conveys our global, comprehensive capabilities. The nearly 600 professionals, located across 30 offices in seven countries, comprise the Envista team. They are leaders in their respective industries and are committed to providing the best possible service through their vast experience, thought leadership, and unparalleled expertise. It's the people, our trusted advisors, who make Envista Forensics the world‑class organization we are today.