Lead Cyber Forensics Analyst - Team Leadership & High-Impact Analysis

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

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