Digital Forensic Examiner for Cyber Investigations

State of Nevada; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Nevada seeks a Computer Forensic Examiner in the Attorney General's Investigation Division. The role conducts criminal investigations and forensic analysis on electronic devices, networks, cloud storage, and mobile devices used in suspected violations of state and federal laws.

You will document procedures, analysis, and findings for use in court. Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in computer science, MIS, or related field and two years

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, MIS, or closely related field and two years of professional IT experience relevant to the duties of the position; OR two years as IT Professional I in Nevada State service; OR four years of relevant technical experience as an IT Technician IV or above in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed alternative analyses and determine end-user requirements through consultation with end-users, technicians, vendors, management, and others.
• Maintain documentation related to the assigned IT specialization’s architecture, operations, and other records of work activities as required.
• Maintain current knowledge of technological trends and advancements in the IT field as well as security management practices, laws, policies, and ethics.
• Participate in recommending and justifying resource allocations and expenditure decisions, tracking, and recording expenditures, preparing purchase requests, and writing technical requirements for grant proposals.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Under general supervision, incumbents perform journey level duties and may serve as a lead worker to lower-level IT staff as assigned. This is a supervisory level for the Computer Operations function.

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, MIS, or closely related field

Two years of professional IT experience relevant to the duties of the position

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

The State of Nevada seeks a Computer Forensic Examiner in the Attorney General's Investigation Division. The role conducts criminal investigations and forensic analysis on electronic devices, networks, cloud storage, and mobile devices used in suspected violations of state and federal laws.

You will document procedures, analysis, and findings for use in court. Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in computer science, MIS, or related field and two years