Digital Forensic Analyst

Exemplar responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assisting with seizure of digital evidence from on-site search locations while minimizing possible data loss. Preserving and archiving digital evidence using forensic best practices. Utilizing authorized forensic tools to perform forensic imaging and extraction from digital media. Providing guidance and training on emerging technology and new techniques to forensic personnel as needed. Assisting with forensic analytical efforts, to include, but not limited to recovering deleted files and other system artifacts; decrypting password protected data files and devices; performing forensic keyword searches and producing results; analyzing and interpreting various data to provide technically accurate forensic results and reports. Identifying potential analytical or technical gaps in current technical procedures or methodologies. Developing hardware and software solutions in support of laboratory operations. Drafting technical documentation and white papers on relevant technical topics as needed and, Researching current industry trends to identify potential sources of forensic information and techniques. QualificationsRequired: Bachelor's degree required Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future Must be able to obtain and maintain the required clearance for this role 3+ years of research and development experience required Experience working with Python and Microsoft SharePoint Familiarity with low-level firmware and/or OS security Familiarity writing device drivers that interact directly with hardware Familiarity with vulnerability discovery and exploitation Areas of principal research and tool development will include process automation, forensic triage, validation mechanisms, ETL techniques, data fusion, emerging technology analysis and more Preferred: Master's Degree in related subject A strong intellectual curiosity with an interest in learning brand-new sets of information Track record of innovation and some technology Strong critical thinking skills Ability to think outside the box, innovate, and help team and client improve workflows to achieve greater efficiencies #J-18808-Ljbffr Military, Veterans and Diverse Job Seekers