Forensic Analyst

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Forensic Focus in Maryland seeks an experienced cyber forensics leader to investigate DoD/government cyber events, collect and preserve digital evidence, and analyze forensic data to uncover vulnerabilities. The role requires meticulous documentation and strong collaboration across teams to support testing, evaluation and threat mitigation.

You'll lead a small technical team within a structured defense environment, applying advanced forensic methods to protect critical systems and data.

Qualifications

• Requires extensive experience in digital forensic investigation and cyber event analysis within DoD or government systems.
• Advanced-level Navy Cybersecurity Workforce qualification required; IAT Level III certification; active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Collect and preserve digital evidence.
• Analyze forensic data to uncover vulnerabilities.
• Document findings and prepare investigative reports.
• Support testing, evaluation and threat mitigation efforts.
• Lead a small technical team within a defense testing program.

Skills

IAT Level III

Top Secret/SCI clearance

Digital forensics

Cyber event analysis

DoD/government systems experience

Job description

The Role

This position investigates cyber events affecting IT systems, networks, hardware and software within a defense environment. Duties include collecting and preserving digital evidence, analyzing forensic data to uncover vulnerabilities, documenting findings, and supporting testing, evaluation and threat mitigation efforts while leading a small technical team.

Skills & Experience

Requires extensive experience in digital forensic investigation and cyber event analysis within DoD or government systems. Candidates need Advanced-level Navy Cybersecurity Workforce qualification, IAT Level III certification, over ten years of relevant experience, and an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Who It Suits

Ideal for a seasoned forensic or cybersecurity professional with deep government or military IT experience, comfortable leading investigative teams, holding required clearances, and working within structured defense testing and evaluation programs.