Lead Digital Forensic Scientist

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 84,984 - 116,544; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision for employees and dependents

Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave

11 Paid Holidays per year

Tuition Waiver

Wellness Program

Job summary

The State of Washington is seeking a Digital Forensic Specialist (Forensic Scientist 4) for its Medicaid Fraud & Abuse Division in Olympia. This role offers a salary range of $84,984 - $116,544 and provides extensive employee benefits including medical, dental, and life insurance.

Responsibilities include leading forensic operations during search warrants, analyzing complex digital evidence, and ensuring operational compliance. Candidates should have six years of experience in digital forensics and a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in digital forensics or a closely related field with at least four years in a lead role.
• Bachelor's degree in forensic science can substitute two years of experience in digital forensics.
• Professional certifications like GCFA or GCFE are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate as the forensic technical lead at multiple sites.
• Audit and correct casework of new digital forensics personnel.
• Perform complex analyses of digital evidence and testify as an expert witness.

Skills

GCFA, GCFE, CCO, CCPA, CCME, MCFE, FTK or CFCE

SQL

SQLite

Python

Cloud forensics

IoT forensics

Malware reverse engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in forensic science or closely related field

Tools

Axiom Cyber

Encase

Forensic Tool Kit

Job description

The State of Washington is seeking a Digital Forensic Specialist (Forensic Scientist 4) for its Medicaid Fraud & Abuse Division in Olympia. This role offers a salary range of $84,984 - $116,544 and provides extensive employee benefits including medical, dental, and life insurance.

Responsibilities include leading forensic operations during search warrants, analyzing complex digital evidence, and ensuring operational compliance. Candidates should have six years of experience in digital forensics and a bachelor's degree in a related field.