Digital Forensic Examiner

Booz Allen Hamilton; Warrenton (OR); On-site; USD 113,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton in Warrenton, OR seeks a Digital Forensic Examiner to support DFIR investigations by collecting and analyzing forensic images, malware, and logs, identifying IOCs, and presenting findings to counsel and clients. The role involves producing detailed technical reports and collaborating with senior staff.

The ideal candidate has Windows and Mac/Linux experience, scripting in PowerShell or Python, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with full lifecycle case management of large-scale and complex investigations.
• Experience working with Windows and Mac/Linux systems and scripting in PowerShell or Python.
• Experience in forensic and incident response methodology.
• Ability to take detailed notes, write reports, and communicate with counsel and senior management.
• Ability to prioritize work and operate both independently and in teams.
• Ability to correlate events to create timeline analyses.
• Ability to perform log analysis across multiple data types.
• Ability to identify malware or misuse through forensic or log analysis.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with scoping calls of potential new matters.
• Generate necessary paperwork and data entry for new matters.
• Manage cyber incident response investigations requiring forensic, malware, and log analysis.
• Collect and analyze forensic images and triage datasets for malware actions.
• Collect and analyze malware and logs from various types.
• Determine whether unauthorized data exfiltration occurred.
• Analyze systems to identify Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
• Provide analysis results for senior level review, both in writing and verbally.
• Provide analysis results verbally to clients.
• Prepare detailed technical reports in an understandable manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Full lifecycle case management

Windows and Mac/Linux systems

PowerShell Python scripting

Forensic and incident response method

Notes, reports, and client comms

Independent work in team environments

Timeline analysis across sources

Log analysis across types

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Master's degree in Cybersecurity (preferred)

Tools

EnCase

FTK

Axiom

Splunk

Elk Stack

SentinelOne

Job description

Digital Forensic Examiner**The Opportunity:**As a Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Examiner, you will serve in an intermediate to advanced role to the DFIR space. You will be tasked with working DFIR matters assigned by the Digital Forensic Examiner Lead or Digital Forensic Examiner Senior Team lead. You will collect, analyze, and present digital-related evidence in support of computer criminal investigations. As an examiner, you will apply specific functional knowledge and working and general industry knowledge. In this role you will develop or contribute to solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. You will work independently along with some guidance and may review or guide activities of more junior employees.**What You'll Work On:*** Assist with scoping calls of potential new matters.* Generate necessary paperwork and data entry for new matters.* Manage cyber incident response investigations requiring forensic, malware, and log analysis.* Collect and analyze forensic images and triage datasets to identify the presence of malware and the actions taken.* Collect and analyze malware and logs from various types.* Determine whether unauthorized accessor data ex-filtration occurred.* Analyze systems to identify Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).* Provide analysis results for senior level review, both written and verbal communications.* Provide analysis results verbally to clients.* Prepare detailed technical reports in an understandable manner.* Perform other duties as assigned.Join us. The world can't wait.**You Have:*** Experience with full lifecycle case management of large-scale and complex investigations* Experience working with Microsoft Windows and non-Windows systems such as Mac or Linux and scripting or programming such as PowerShell or Python* Experience in forensic and incident response methodology* Ability to take detailed notes, write reports, and effectively communicate with counsel, client leadership, and high-level management* Ability to prioritize work assignments and work independently in highly collaborative team environments* Ability to correlate events from multiple sources to create a timeline analysis* Ability to perform log analysis of multiple types* Ability to identify misuse, malware, or unauthorized activity through forensic or log analysis* Bachelor’s degree**Nice If You Have:*** 1+ years of experience with Incident Response or Digital Forensics* Experience with digital forensic tools, including EnCase, FTK, Axiom, Splunk, Elk Stack, and open-source applications* Experience working with mobile devices* Experience with endpoint detection and response tools such as SentinalOne* Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity preferred; Master’s degree in Cybersecurity a plus* CCE, EnCE, CFCE, ACE, CISSP, GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA), GCFE, GCFA, GREM, or GNFA Certification**Compensation**At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $112,900.00 to $257,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.**Identity Statement**As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.**Candidate AI Usage Policy**AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on **your** own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited **unless permission is explicitly provided**.**Work Model** Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.* **Remote**: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.* **Hybrid**: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.* **Onsite**: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.**Commitment to Non-Discrimination**All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.