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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Computer Forensics Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for investigating and analyzing digital evidence to support legal cases, security incidents, and internal investigations. You will work closely with law enforcement, legal teams, and IT departments to uncover and document digital footprints, recover deleted files, and ensure the integrity of digital evidence. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computer science, cybersecurity, and forensic methodologies, along with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. You will be expected to stay current with the latest forensic tools and techniques, and to maintain a high level of confidentiality and ethical standards. Your work will play a crucial role in solving cybercrimes, protecting sensitive information, and ensuring justice is served. If you are passionate about technology and have a keen eye for detail, we encourage you to apply for this challenging and rewarding position.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Conduct forensic analysis of digital devices and data.
- Recover and examine data from computers, mobile devices, and other digital storage media.
- Document and preserve digital evidence in accordance with legal standards.
- Collaborate with law enforcement and legal teams to support investigations.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations of findings.
- Testify in court as an expert witness when required.
- Stay updated on the latest forensic tools and techniques.
- Perform malware analysis and reverse engineering.
- Identify and mitigate potential security threats.
- Assist in the development of forensic policies and procedures.
- Provide training and guidance to other team members.
- Ensure the integrity and confidentiality of all investigations.
- Analyze network traffic and logs for signs of intrusion.
- Develop and maintain forensic toolkits and software.
- Participate in incident response and recovery efforts.
- Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
- Collaborate with IT departments to improve security measures.
- Perform live system analysis and memory forensics.
- Assist in e-discovery and data collection for legal cases.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of all forensic activities.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as CCE, GCFA, or EnCE.
- Proven experience in computer forensics and digital investigations.
- Strong knowledge of forensic tools and software (e.g., EnCase, FTK, X-Ways).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Understanding of legal and ethical standards in digital forensics.
- Experience with malware analysis and reverse engineering.
- Knowledge of network security and intrusion detection systems.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
- Familiarity with various operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS).
- Experience with scripting and programming languages (Python, Perl, etc.).
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Willingness to testify in court as an expert witness.
- Knowledge of e-discovery processes and tools.
- Experience with mobile device forensics.
- Strong understanding of data encryption and decryption techniques.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with digital forensics tools and software?
- How do you ensure the integrity and confidentiality of digital evidence?
- Can you provide an example of a challenging forensic investigation you conducted?
- What steps do you take to stay updated on the latest forensic techniques?
- How do you handle situations where you need to testify in court?
- What is your approach to recovering deleted or encrypted data?
- How do you collaborate with law enforcement and legal teams during an investigation?
- Can you explain your experience with malware analysis and reverse engineering?
- What measures do you take to identify and mitigate security threats?
- How do you document and preserve digital evidence for legal cases?
- What is your experience with network traffic analysis and intrusion detection?
- How do you handle the pressure of working under tight deadlines?
- Can you describe your experience with mobile device forensics?
- What programming or scripting languages are you proficient in?
- How do you ensure accuracy and attention to detail in your forensic work?
- What is your experience with e-discovery and data collection?
- How do you approach live system analysis and memory forensics?
- Can you describe a time when you had to develop or improve forensic policies?
- What is your experience with data encryption and decryption techniques?
- How do you provide training and guidance to other team members?