Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity Consultant (Analyst/Associate)

Charles River Associates International; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Charles River Associates (CRA) is seeking candidates in cybersecurity, forensics, and information systems to assist with security investigations and data-driven problem solving. You will perform digital forensics analyses, collect evidence with proper chain-of-custody, and develop tools using Python, SQL, and VBA.

The role emphasizes client communication and collaboration with stakeholders. CRA offers a structured training program, a strong benefits package, and a flexible mix of in-office and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree candidates graduating December 2026/Summer 2027 in Cybersecurity, CS&E, Digital Forensics or related fields.
• Strong understanding of operating systems, software and hardware.
• Experience with digital forensics tools, memory and network analysis.
• Experience with malware analyses and threat hunting.
• Ability to draft technical reports and present findings.
• Familiarity with legal concepts related to IP preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with security and privacy investigations including breaches and fraud.
• Conduct forensic analysis of digital information using standard techniques.
• Apply investigative methods to determine hacker activity and data exposure.
• Collect digital evidence with proper chain-of-custody documentation.
• Leverage programming and database skills to build tools for analysis.
• Communicate findings to team and clients and draft written reports.
• Develop innovative tools with business stakeholders.
• Stay current with developments in digital forensics, e-discovery, and incident response.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Initiative and leadership

Attention to detail

Teamwork and collaboration

Time management and prioritization

Consulting interest

Programming knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree candidate

Tools

Python

T-SQL

VBA

Excel

C#

Job description

Charles River Associates (CRA) is seeking candidates in cybersecurity, forensics, and information systems to assist with security investigations and data-driven problem solving. You will perform digital forensics analyses, collect evidence with proper chain-of-custody, and develop tools using Python, SQL, and VBA.

The role emphasizes client communication and collaboration with stakeholders. CRA offers a structured training program, a strong benefits package, and a flexible mix of in-office and