Digital Forensics Consultant — Client-Facing Investigations

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

Job summary

Forensic Focus is a forensics consulting firm that seeks a professional to join its client-facing team. You will work on varied investigations, develop methodologies, and mentor others while refining investigative practices within a corporate advisory environment.

Responsibilities include collecting and analysing digital evidence from Windows, Mac, iOS and Android platforms, preserving admissible evidence, and presenting findings to technical and legal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in host-based forensics on Windows and Mac.
• Experience in mobile forensics on Apple and Android devices.
• Proficiency in log analysis and forensic evidence handling.
• Certifications: CFE, CFCE, RCA or EnCE.
• Strong project management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop investigation plans and conduct client investigations.
• Collect and analyse digital evidence across devices.
• Preserve evidence forensically and create timelines.
• Assess insider threats and data misuse within client environments.
• Communicate findings to technical and legal audiences.

Skills

Host-based forensics

Log analysis

Evidence handling

Mobile forensics

Project management

Communication

Education

CFE certification

CFCE certification

RCA certification

EnCE certification

Job description

Forensic Focus is a forensics consulting firm that seeks a professional to join its client-facing team. You will work on varied investigations, develop methodologies, and mentor others while refining investigative practices within a corporate advisory environment.

Responsibilities include collecting and analysing digital evidence from Windows, Mac, iOS and Android platforms, preserving admissible evidence, and presenting findings to technical and legal stakeholders.