NEOGOV · 4 days ago
Digital Forensics Analyst
City of Spokane, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$89K/yr - $125K/yr
2+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Digital Forensics Analyst to support criminal investigations by acquiring, processing, analyzing, and preserving digital forensic evidence. The role involves maintaining the integrity of evidence, performing forensic analysis, and providing expert testimony in court.
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Responsibilities
Plans and coordinates digital forensic science activities, and determines strategies for digital forensic analysis based upon specific criminal case requirements. Identifies and acquires digital evidence from modern computer sources including but not limited to personal computers, thumb drives, cell phones and tablets, Internet of Things devices, and local and server-based storage
Maintains chain of custody and forensic validity of evidence and related documentation. Prepares digital media for imaging by ensuring data integrity. Preserves digital data and evidence
Creates forensically sound duplicates of evidence that ensures the original evidence is not unintentionally modified. Documents original condition of digital and other evidence, and makes backup copies of digital information
Recovers hidden, deleted, or corrupted files; traces network, internet, and cellular communications. Detects, accesses, and analyzes password-protected or encrypted data, alternate data streams, and other forms of concealed data. Performs virus scanning on digital media
Performs forensic keyword searches and records results. Queries, extracts, and reports on data from relational databases while maintaining data integrity
Analyzes data and provides technically accurate results and reports
Researches and adopts new hardware, software, and processes in the digital forensic field. Maintains, calibrates and validates tools, techniques, equipment, and software used in the forensic examination process
Provides technical guidance and training to investigators and prosecutors
Documents hardware and software configuration of examiner’s system and systems to be examined, including drive conditions and internal components. Documents irregularities encountered, actions taken in response, and any changes made to systems
Acts as an expert witness in court, grand jury, or other legal proceedings through oral testimony, written reports or affidavits, or other legal instruments. Prepares and provides oral and written reports
Performs related work as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, information security, or related field
Two years of experience conducting digital forensic examinations on personal computers and mobile devices
Possession of a valid driver's license, to be maintained throughout employment
Possession of a certification comparable to one of the following is required within six months of appointment: International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) Certified Mobile Device Examiner, IACIS Certified Forensic Computer Examiner, or Law Enforcement & Emergency Services Video Association International (LEVA) Certified Video Forensic Technician
Possession of all three certifications (or comparable) is required within 18 months of appointment. These certifications must be maintained throughout employment
All applicants are subject to a thorough police background investigation, including but not limited to criminal history, pre-employment drug screening, and polygraph
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental
Life Insurance - Employee Only
Life Insurance - Eligible Dependent(s)
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
AFLAC
AudioNet Hearing Aid Benefit
LegalShield/ID Shield
Pet Insurance
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
Continued Medical/Dental Insurance
Spokane Employees' Retirement System
Deferred Compensation
Official Holidays
Floating Holidays
Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
Other Leaves
Employee Assistance Program
Employer Sponsored Bus Pass (ESBP) Program
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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$700MKey Investors
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