Digital Forensic Analyst

The Division of Enforcement (ENF) is seeking an Information Technology Specialist (Forensics) (Digital Forensic Analyst) in Office of Technical Services (OTS). As a Digital Forensic Analyst, you will serve as an information technology advisor and consultant, providing digital forensic expertise and technical support to ENF investigative staff.

As a Digital Forensic Analyst, you will be responsible for: Conducting all phases of digital forensic examinations, including evidence acquisition, analysis, documentation, reporting, and disposition, while maintaining the integrity and accountability of digital evidence through established chain-of-custody procedures. Performing digital forensic examinations involving the identification, preservation, collection, processing, analysis, and presentation of electronically stored information (ESI) from a variety of digital devices, systems, applications, and environments. Developing, validating, testing, and enhancing forensic methodologies, software, hardware, and laboratory tools using scientific, engineering, mathematical, and statistical principles. Analyzing digital evidence and technical investigative findings and conducing research on discovery, evidentiary, litigation support, and other forensic issues associated with complex investigations and emerging technologies. Analyzing complex file systems, operating systems, applications, databases, and data formats to determine appropriate methodologies for the collection, extraction, processing, review, and production of digital evidence. Preparing forensic reports, exhibits, and demonstrative evidence, and providing expert testimony regarding forensic methodologies, findings, and conclusions in administrative and judicial proceedings. Providing technical briefings, fostering collaborative partnerships with other Federal agencies and external stakeholders, and maintaining expertise in emerging technologies, cybersecurity, and digital forensic practices.