Digital Forensic Examiners 23-E-25

Illinois Attorney General (IL); Chicago (IL); In loco; USD 65.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Illinois Attorney General is seeking a Digital Forensic Examiner to conduct forensic examinations of digital evidence for criminal investigations. Examinations may take place in a laboratory environment or on-scene during law enforcement operations, with frequent in-state travel for on-scene work.

The role requires a Bachelor's or advanced degree in a computer-related field (or equivalent) and 1–3 years of exposure to law enforcement practices and evidence handling.

Competenze

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in a computer related field or equivalent experience in law enforcement or computer forensics.
• One to three years of exposure to law enforcement practices, techniques, and evidence handling.
• Relevant digital forensics certifications are preferred.
• Candidate must be prepared to obtain training and certifications to qualify as an expert witness in Illinois courts within one year.

Mansioni

• Conduct forensic examinations of digital evidence for criminal investigations.
• Examinations may occur in a laboratory environment or on-scene during law enforcement operations; on-scene travel may be required.
• Provide direct technical support to Office of the Illinois Attorney General investigators and attorneys.
• Assist law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies on investigations and prosecutions.

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in a computer related field

Advanced degree in a computer related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Under the direction of a Digital Forensic Supervisor, the Digital Forensic Examiner (DFE) will conduct forensic examinations of digital evidence for criminal investigations. These examinations may take place within a laboratory environment or on-scene during law enforcement operations. On-scene examinations may require frequent in-state travel. Additionally, the DFE will be required to provide direct technical support to Office of the Illinois Attorney General investigators and attorneys, and also assist law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies on investigations and prosecutions.

This position requires a Bachelor's or advanced degree in a computer related field or equivalent experience in law enforcement or computer forensics. Ideal candidates will have one to three years of exposure to law enforcement practices, techniques, and evidence handling. Relevant certifications in digital forensics are preferred. Candidate must be prepared to obtain training and certifications that would qualify them as an expert witness in Illinois courts within one year. Attendance and the ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees and the public is an essential function of this position.

This position requires in office attendance.