eDiscovery Forensic Consultant

Epiq; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Epiq is looking for an experienced eDiscovery Forensic Consultant in Charlotte, NC. This role focuses on the collection and processing of electronically stored information from corporate systems. You will collaborate with attorneys and maintain legal hold management while working both independently and as part of a team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Microsoft Office 365 and experience with forensic tools.

Compensation is between $95,000 and $110,000 annually, with potential for an annual bonus.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience in eDiscovery or digital forensics.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office 365 ecosystem.
• Experienced with SFTP and secure data transfer protocols.

Responsibilities

• Execute collections of ESI from Microsoft 365 environments.
• Collaborate with attorneys in maintaining legal hold management system.
• Utilize Microsoft Purview and Relativity for data processing.

Skills

eDiscovery

Microsoft Office 365

Forensic tools like FTK

Communication skills

Project management

Tools

Microsoft Purview

Relativity

SFTP

Job description

At Epiq, your work contributes to complex, global legal outcomes. You’ll join a values‑driven community where integrity guides decisions, relentless service sets the bar, and we thrive on big challenges together. We invest in your growth with enterprise‑wide learning and mobility. We celebrate who you are, and we respect life beyond work with flexibility that’s recognized externally. Enabled by modern platforms and AI, you’ll do the most meaningful work of your career and see your impact at scale.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled eDiscovery Forensic Consultant with a foundational understanding of corporate IT systems and eDiscovery to support litigation matters and compliance investigations. This role focuses on the collection and processing of electronically stored information (ESI) from corporate systems including Microsoft Office 365, Purview, Relativity, OneDrive, Teams, and Exchange email. Collect data from network shares using forensic applications such as FTK or others. Responsible for providing technology‑related litigation support services to attorneys, paralegals, and support staff. The ideal candidate will have experience with secure transfer protocols, network share collections, custodial interviews, and is comfortable working in a remote environment, as well as in teams.

This role will require being in office 3 days a week in Charlotte, NC.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute defensible collections of ESI from Microsoft 365 environments (Exchange, OneDrive, Teams).
• Collect data from network shares using FTP and other secure protocols.
• Collaborate with attorneys/paralegals in maintaining legal hold management system.
• Conduct custodial interviews to identify relevant data sources and timelines.
• Utilize Microsoft Purview and Relativity for search, collection, and processing of data.
• Maintain chain‑of‑custody documentation and ensure data integrity.
• Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and IT teams to meet project deadlines.
• Store collected data securely on designated servers and ensure proper access controls.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues.

Required Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience in eDiscovery or digital forensics.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office 365 ecosystem, especially Purview and Exchange.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of personnel, including Attorneys, Paralegals and technical support personnel.
• Direct experience with Relativity or similar review platforms.
• Experienced with SFTP (secure data transfer protocols).
• Familiarity with corporate data networks and file share structures.
• Skilled in analyzing network share data with forensic tools like FTK.
• Excellent communication skills collaborating with attorneys and custodians.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as CEDS or similar.
• Experience with scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python)
• Understanding imaging from Encase, Falcon.
• Knowledge of legal hold processes and compliance frameworks of eDiscovery.
• Knowledge of legal hold systems such as Exterro or similar.
• IT background pertaining to corporate email/data/network systems.

Compensation

The Compensation range for this role is 95,000 to 110,000 USD annually and may be eligible for an annual bonus. Further details about the package will be provided during the initial screening call with the Talent Acquisition Team.

• Location-based market rate for the role
• Your abilities in relation to the job specification
• Performance during screening and interview
• Pay parity with the wider team in the considered location

It is Epiq’s policy to comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity laws by making all employment decisions without unlawful regard or consideration of any individual’s race, religion, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, transgender status, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, marital status, age, national origin, genetic information, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran or family status or any other basis protected by applicable national, federal, state, provincial or local law. Epiq’s policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on any of these impermissible bases, as well as any bases or grounds protected by applicable law in each jurisdiction. In addition Epiq will take affirmative action for minorities, women, covered veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. Epiq is pleased to provide such assistance and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

Pursuant to relevant law, where applicable, Epiq will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.