Forensic Analyst - Multimedia/Digital

Job Description:

The successful candidate will be responsible for forensic examinations of digital and cell phone evidence and/or forensic examination of audio and video evidence. The basic responsibilities of the analyst include but are not limited to:

• Preserve and analyze data from electronic data sources, including mobile devices, ensuring that the evidential integrity of the data is not compromised.
• Specialized technical work in the clarification/enhancement, conversion, repair, and reconstruction of audio and video evidence.
• Retrieval of evidence from analog and digital CCTV systems, both in lab and at off-site locations.
• Report detailed findings in preparation for review by investigators, prosecutors, or legal counsel, explaining complex technical concepts to nontechnical people.
• Conduct validation testing and performance verifications
• Form and articulate expert opinions based on analysis and report findings.
• Provide expert testimony in depositions, trials, and other proceedings.
• Must be willing to be on-call to respond to calls after hours/weekends/holidays.

Experience and Skills:

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Digital Forensics or closely related field is required. A graduate degree in Digital Forensics is strongly preferred. Relevant experience as a multimedia or digital forensic analyst may be considered in lieu of a degree. 

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

A minimum of two years’ experience working with analysis of digital evidence is required.  Demonstration expertise with clarification tools is also required. Demonstrated proficiency in the examination and enhancement of digital evidence.   An advanced degree may be considered as meeting partial experience requirements. CFCE or GFCE certification is strongly preferred.  CCO, CCPA, EnCE, or CCME or the ability to quickly gain certification is also strongly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

· Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation standards.

· Demonstrated skill in oral and written communication.

· Demonstrated skills in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing work assignments.

· Demonstrated ability to effectively handle conflict and uncertain situations.

· Demonstrated ability to work with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.

· Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective communications and working relationships with fellow employees, internal customers, and external customers.