Forensics Analysis Lead

Parsons; Maryland; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons in Maryland is seeking an experienced Forensics Analysis Lead to guide a team of cyber forensics professionals delivering high-impact analysis for critical missions. You will lead host-based analysis across Windows, Linux, and macOS, interpret artifacts, and produce high-quality reports while mentoring teammates and shaping processes for better efficiency.

This role sits within Parsons' Federal Solutions team, emphasizing defense-grade capabilities, continuous improvement, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher and 8+ years of forensic experience in Windows, Linux, and macOS.
• GCFE or equivalent cyber forensics certification is required.
• Experience leading or supervising a team of forensic analysts.
• Experience with ISO/IEC 17025 and quality assurance in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team performing advanced cyber forensics analysis in support of customer mission requirements.
• Oversee host-based forensic analysis across multiple operating systems and environments.
• Guide collection, examination, and interpretation of forensic artifacts.
• Ensure clear, accurate, actionable technical reports on findings.
• Mentor analysts and support career growth within the team.
• Promote best practices, rigor, and continuous process improvement.
• Evaluate emerging technologies to strengthen capabilities.
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure high-quality analysis and mission success.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture centered on excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Forensics analysis

Mentoring

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

GCFE (or equivalent cyber forensics certification)

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an experienced Forensics Analysis Lead to lead a team of cyber forensics professionals delivering high-impact analysis in support of critical mission objectives. This is an opportunity to combine hands-on cyber forensics knowledge with leadership, mentorship, and process improvement in an environment where technical excellence and mission success go hand in hand.

In this role, you will lead a team responsible for performing host-based forensic analysis across a range of operating systems , identifying and interpreting key forensic artifacts, and producing high-quality technical reporting to support customer objectives. You will help ensure the team applies sound forensic methodology, maintains technical rigor, and adapts as new tools, technologies, and tradecraft emerge. Your leadership will be essential in driving consistency, quality, and mission impact across the team's forensic efforts.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of deep technical expertise and people leadership . You will work closely with a highly capable team of cyber forensics analysts, providing day-to-day leadership, mentorship, and support while helping team members grow their skills and advance their careers. You'll also play an important role in shaping processes, improving analysis workflows, and identifying opportunities to enhance technical performance over time.

You'll be joining Parsons' local Analytics & Engineering team, a community known for its strong culture of defensive cyber operations, technical excellence, and collaboration. We invest in both mission success and team connection through regular social events, technical talks, training sessions, and hands‑on innovation activities - including engagement through our Cybersecurity Center of Excellence Lab in Columbia, MD. From team lunches and ice cream socials to family-friendly seasonal events and technical learning opportunities, we work hard to create an environment where people can do meaningful work and genuinely enjoy being part of the team.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead a team performing advanced cyber forensics analysis in support of customer mission requirements
• Oversee host-based forensic analysis across multiple operating systems and environments
• Guide the identification, collection, examination, and interpretation of forensic artifacts
• Ensure the team produces clear, accurate, and actionable technical reports on forensic findings
• Mentor analysts and foster continued technical development and career growth across the team
• Promote forensics best practices, technical rigor, and continuous process improvement
• Evaluate and incorporate emerging technologies, tools, and methodologies to strengthen forensic capabilities
• Partner with technical leadership and stakeholders to ensure high-quality analysis and mission success
• Help develop a collaborative, high-performing team culture centered on excellence and innovation

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• GCFE or equivalent cyber forensics certification
• Bachelors and 8+ years (or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree) of hands‑on experience conducting host‑based forensic examinations across Windows, Linux, and macOS operating systems
• 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role , responsible for managing a team of forensic analysts, assigning cases, and performing technical peer review of forensic reports
• Demonstrated experience within the last three years supporting a laboratory accredited under ISO/IEC 17025 , including SOP development, internal audits, and quality assurance procedures
• Strong understanding of digital forensic methodologies, investigative techniques, and reporting standards
• Ability to lead technical teams in a dynamic cybersecurity environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Experience leading cyber forensics teams supporting Government or national security missions
• Experience working across multiple operating systems and diverse technical environments
• Strong knowledge of forensic tools, workflows, and artifact analysis techniques
• Proven success improving technical processes, analysis quality, and team performance
• Passion for mentoring, coaching, and developing highly technical cyber professionals

Security Clearance Requirement

An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the su