Sr. Digital Forensic Analyst I

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services); New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Sr. Digital Forensic Analyst to join their expanding forensics department. This role focuses on the preservation and collection of data from mobile devices and cloud storage, requiring expertise in various forensic technologies. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, contributing to complex projects and ensuring the integrity of evidence. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive culture, this position offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful work that impacts government innovation. If you're passionate about forensics and eager to make a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in forensic lifecycle activities and evidence acquisitions.
• Effective communication skills with team members and clients.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform forensic data collection and analysis in on-site and remote settings.
• Coordinate with legal teams to understand project scope.
• Maintain and update the forensic tool set regularly.

Skills

Forensic data collection

Forensic analysis

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Undergraduate degree in Digital Forensic Science

Undergraduate degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

EnCase

Cellebrite

Oxygen

FTK Imager

MacQuisition

X1 Social Discovery

Logicube Falcon

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Sr. Digital Forensic Analyst

Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level

Department: Forensics

CGS is seeking a Digital Forensic Analyst whose primary focus will be on the preservation & collection of mobile device and cloud-stored data. This candidate should be fluent in a broad range of forensic technologies and interested in taking on a primary role in a quickly expanding forensics department. This position will include travel for on-site collection efforts as well as an in-office presence at the primary firm office which includes the forensics lab and data center. This firm prioritizes a lean-team approach and a very employee-centric culture that encourages professional growth and active roles for all team members.

CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.

Skills And Attributes For Success:

• Perform forensic data collection and basic forensic analysis in both on-site and remote capacity
• Coordinate directly with legal teams/client IT departments to understand project scope
• Maintain forensic tool set by staying current on version updates and new options in the market
• Work closely with project management and other team members on completing complex projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Assist in developing, documenting, and refining procedures to accomplish discovery process requirements
• Manage all chain of custody best practices associated with the rules of evidence
• Consistently adhere to standard operating procedures
• Perform quality checks on work products prior to delivering to the client
• Complete additional duties assigned by the manager including general IT functions

Qualifications:

• Minimum of an undergraduate degree, preferably in Digital Forensic Science or Computer Science/Engineering
• 1+ years of relevant experience in forensic lifecycle activities, evidence acquisitions, and forensic analysis at an intermediate level
• Experience using industry standard forensic tools such as EnCase, Cellebrite, Oxygen, FTK Imager, MacQuisition, X1 Social Discovery, Logicube Falcon
• General understanding of Mac/Windows filesystems, mobile devices, and encryption
• Experience preserving desktops, laptops, mobile devices, servers, cloud and on-premise email, social media, etc., in a forensically sound manner
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with team members and clients
• Willingness to work extended hours and travel as needed
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Willingness to train others and develop team expertise
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of EDRM
• Industry certifications (EnCE, CCE, GCFE, GCFA, etc.)
• Knowledge of litigation support tools (Relativity, Nuix, LAW PreDiscovery, etc.)
• Experience with scripting, programming, and database languages (SQL, VB, HTML, Access)

Our Commitment:

Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client’s specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.

For the past seven years, we’ve been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we’ve created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.

Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers, fostering long-term relationships.

We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

Contact us at [e-mail]. Explore more opportunities at our Job Board or visit CGS website.