Senior Digital Forensic Examiner

Indiana State Police; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana State Police in Indiana seeks a civilian Digital Forensic Examiner to support the Forensic Services Division, conducting examinations of routine digital evidence with court presentation responsibilities and ongoing training.

The role requires a degree in digital/cyber forensics or computer science, or five years of applicable experience, and must travel as needed while adhering to lab procedures and safety rules. The position is based in Indiana.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in digital/cyber forensics or computer science.
• Five years experience as a Digital Forensic Examiner may substitute for a degree.
• Knowledge of digital device components.
• Ability to respond to requests for service off-duty.
• Ability to perform complex forensic digital evidence examinations following procedures.
• Ability to testify as an expert witness in court.

Responsibilities

• Identify, examine, collect, and process digital evidence at crime scenes and lab environments.
• Perform administrative and support functions to maintain analytical service.
• Ensure timely transportation of evidence to/from laboratory or district.
• Acquire and maintain analytical proficiency in digital forensic examinations.
• Maintain effective communication with scientific and criminal justice communities and Departmental personnel.
• Communicate procedures and conclusions to the criminal justice system including court testimony.

Skills

Digital forensics

Court testimony

Analytical proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in digital/cyber forensics or computer science

Five years experience as Digital Forensic Examiner substitute for degree

Job description

Indiana State Police in Indiana seeks a civilian Digital Forensic Examiner to support the Forensic Services Division, conducting examinations of routine digital evidence with court presentation responsibilities and ongoing training.

The role requires a degree in digital/cyber forensics or computer science, or five years of applicable experience, and must travel as needed while adhering to lab procedures and safety rules. The position is based in Indiana.