Digital Forensics Lead

Valiant Harbor International LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal agency consulting firm is seeking a proactive Digital Forensics Lead to support cybersecurity investigations. This hybrid role requires 5+ years in digital forensics and a Bachelor's degree. Ideal candidates should have strong analytical skills and report generation experience, and must be able to develop and mature the agency's digital forensics program. Competitive salary offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of cybersecurity experience.
• 5 years of digital forensics analysis required.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct digital forensics investigations.
• Develop the agency's digital forensics program.
• Produce analysis reports for agency leadership.
• Some travel may be required.

Skills

Digital forensics analysis

Cybersecurity experience

Report generation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

GIAC GFCA/GCFE

Tools

GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GFCA)

GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE)

Job description

Overview

Valiant Harbor International is a CVE Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business that specializes in technical, programmatic, acquisition, compliance, and financial services for Government science and technology, research and development, and technological programs. At Valiant Harbor International, we emphasize our intense focus on helping federal government agencies identify and address organizational challenges to tailor and integrate specific solutions to solve their most difficult problems. Success is defined by our ability to meet our customers’ needs quickly, efficiently, and effectively.

Position

Valiant Harbor International is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Digital Forensics Lead to support the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) Office of Information Technology and Data Innovation (ITDI). This is a full-time, hybrid position with occasional travel possible. The ideal candidate will be motivated, driven, and meets the following criteria:

Key Responsibilities

• Support the ARPA-H Cybersecurity Team with leading and conducting digital forensics investigations into systems, devices, and other agency assets.
• Develop and mature the agency's digital forensics program.
• Lead and conduct digital forensics investigations into suspected and/or confirmed cybersecurity incidents affecting the agency's systems, devices, and other assets.
• Produce and deliver analysis reports to the ARPA-H CISO and other agency leadership based on the outcomes of digital forensics investigations.
• Some travel possible.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college required; Master’s degree desired.
• Seven (7) to 10 years of cybersecurity experience required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of digital forensics analysis required.
• GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GFCA) or GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE) preferred.
• Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively.

Clearance

Clearance Requirements: Ability to obtain a Public Trust.

Salary

Salary Range: Negotiable.

EEO Statement

Valiant Harbor International, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Valiant Harbor International prohibits discrimination with respect to the hiring or promotion of individuals, conditions of employment, disciplinary and discharge practices, or any other aspect of employment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected class. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact [phone] for assistance.