Data Specialist

Data Specialist Contact Discovery Services - Washington, DC Location: Washington, DC Start Date: Negotiable A leading eDiscovery technology and consulting firm headquartered in Washington, DC is looking for an evidence technician to assist the team. We are seeking a motivated individual with a strong interest in the legal and technology fields, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for delivering top-notch service to our clients. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced and dynamic industry. This position requires a presence at the primary firm office in Washington, DC.

DUTIES OF THE POSITION

Coordinate directly with internal departments for incoming and outgoing evidence shipment Communicate office needs or challenges to management effectively Collaborate with project managers and team members to execute complex projects in a deadline-driven environment Support the development, testing, and refinement of evidence-handling procedures Ensure strict adherence to chain-of-custody protocols and best practices Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) consistently Conduct quality assurance checks on work products before delivery Assist with archival and restoration of Relativity data Apply strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to address challenges efficiently Prioritize projects effectively based on deadlines and scope of work Perform additional office tasks as needed

JOB RESPONSIBILITES

Maintain meticulous organization of digital and physical drives, storage, and network folders Communicate clearly and effectively with managers and team members Support data intake processes for the data center Assist with data shipping and case closeouts, including deletion, archival, and restoration Update chain-of-custody documentation accurately Prepare base images for self-collection kits and collaborate with Forensics on quality assurance Demonstrate a quick aptitude for learning new processes and tools Ability to work certain weekends and some holidays

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Exceptional organizational skills for managing data storage, computer devices, hard drives, evidence intake, and shipping Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with team members and departments Self-motivated, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team or independently as needed Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite (ie. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Etc.)

THE FOLLOWING SKILLS ARE PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED

Familiarity with the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) Knowledge of copy tools (e.g., RoboCopy, TeraCopy), BAT (batch files) scripting, etc General technical computer experience #J-18808-Ljbffr Contact Government Services, LLC