Discovery Senior Analyst - Forensics Managed Services

EY; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 91,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Pension and 401(k)

Paid time off

Flexible vacation policy

Job summary

EY is seeking a Senior Analyst for Forensics Managed Services in Dallas and other locations to lead end-to-end Discovery activities, ensuring defensible data handling and high-quality outcomes across complex investigations. You will guide junior staff, coordinate processing, review deliverables, and escalate risks as needed.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, at least two years of Discovery experience, and strong knowledge of SQL, Relativity and EnCase.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in business, technology entrepreneurship, computer science, informatics, statistics, applied mathematics, data science or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
• A minimum of two years of Discovery experience
• Strong knowledge of the Discovery lifecycle, its components and tools such as SQL, Relativity, EnCase or other Discovery tools
• Excellent project and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize work across multiple engagements
• A proven record of delivering Discovery solutions to large, complex organizations
• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary
• Access to reliable transportation to and from the EY office and client sites. A driver’s license is strongly recommended because ride-share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Discovery activities in accordance with established methodologies, engagement requirements and EY standards.
• Ensure defensible chain of custody and documentation by supervising data preparation for review and validating that final deliverables meet defined quality, compliance and engagement specifications.
• Proactively identify, assess and drive resolution of processing or quality issues by applying standard protocols, reviewing quality control outputs and directing remediation efforts.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and on-the-job support to junior team members, contribute to training efforts, and maintain and enhance internal documentation and playbooks as procedures and data sources evolve.
• Supervise junior staff and provide direction and oversight regarding their activities.
• Contribute to processes, solutions or projects by completing agreed activities, applying judgment and selecting appropriate methodologies.
• Meet individual targets related to client service, quality and risk management, solution development and teaming.
• Apply analytical judgment, approved methodologies and technology to evaluate complex electronic data and support engagement objectives.
• Escalate risk appropriately when supervising junior staff.
• Take responsibility for high-quality execution and delivery of Discovery engagements and oversee multiple projects.
• Use technology to provide deliverables, continue learning and share knowledge with other team members.
• Develop relationships with professionals in other service lines and seek opportunities to collaborate.
• Balance multiple concurrent projects and deadlines, delegating workload as needed.
• Develop others through coaching and feedback.
• Apply strong written and oral communication skills and attention to detail in managing service quality

Skills

Discovery experience

Project management

Time management

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Analytical judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

SQL

Relativity

EnCase

Job description

EY is seeking a Senior Analyst for Forensics Managed Services in Dallas and other locations to lead end-to-end Discovery activities, ensuring defensible data handling and high-quality outcomes across complex investigations. You will guide junior staff, coordinate processing, review deliverables, and escalate risks as needed.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, at least two years of Discovery experience, and strong knowledge of SQL, Relativity and EnCase.