TS/SCI Digital Forensics Lead Examiner

Leidos LLC; Plyers Mill Estates (MD); On-site; USD 131,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Principal Digital Forensics Examiner to support DIA/NDOC missions at a Bethesda, MD site. The role leads a forensic program, aligns tasks with leadership, and ensures compliance with standards while coordinating with government stakeholders.

A TS/SCI with poly is required. The position emphasizes building a qualified staff, forecasting resources, and delivering clear case notes and findings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or STEM with 12+ years of experience.
• 10+ years of related technical and project management experience (MS degree substituting for 5 years).
• Industry standard forensics certifications (e.g., EnCE, ACE, CCE, GIAC).
• Experience in Computer Forensics, DOMEX, and Intelligence Analysis.
• Experience in planning and forecasting resource needs; strong interpersonal and instructional skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a detailed work plan with tasks, milestones, and schedule for data collections.
• Establish program goals and provide metrics to set a strategic baseline.
• Oversee forensic examinations and complex analysis including preservation, acquisition, processing, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with digital forensics standards, policies, and procedures.
• Develop communications and training to advance the NDOC forensics program.

Skills

Digital forensics

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or STEM

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Principal Digital Forensics Examiner to support DIA/NDOC missions at a Bethesda, MD site. The role leads a forensic program, aligns tasks with leadership, and ensures compliance with standards while coordinating with government stakeholders.

A TS/SCI with poly is required. The position emphasizes building a qualified staff, forecasting resources, and delivering clear case notes and findings.