Job description
Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Forensics, Computer Science, or related field.
Substitution: (4) years of work-related experience in the field of computer forensics. Preference will be given to those candidates who have completed or received verifiable training with computer forensic tools such as Encase, AccessData FTK, and Cellebrite.
Under the general direction of the Director or a higher-level Computer Forensic Analyst, the Computer Forensic Analyst 1 performs the following duties:
- Abide by and follow all procedures relating to the proper handling and chain of custody of evidence in computer forensic laboratories
- Use computer forensic software and robotic tools to forensically copy data found on electronic devices so that the integrity of original evidence is preserved, and the copy can be used for forensic analysis
- Verify the integrity of the forensic copies to be used for analysis according to Department and National Institute of Standards for Technology standards. Use computer forensics and information technology utilities to verify the integrity of data to ensure that no data is lost or modified during the acquisition or copying process.
- Use automated technology to prepare copied data for archiving into digital media, such as compact disks. Archival process will preserve and prevent data loss by providing a stable long-term storage medium.
- Conduct physical examinations of computer and other electronic computer devices by inspecting the hardware peripherals in devices submitted to the laboratory as evidence. Inspection will encompass device functionality, including date and time verification of circuit board of computer or devices. Document the physical condition of evidence computers and devices by means of digital photography and completion of appropriate examiner reports.
- Disassemble and reassemble various types of electronic data or communication devices including but not limited to personal computers, laptops, cellular phones, pagers, and personal digital assistants during the examination process.
- Test and validate computer hardware, software, and forensic analytical tools using established Department laboratory procedures and national Institute of Standards for Technology guidelines. Testing and validation are conducted to verify the integrity of computer forensic software, data acquisition and archival hardware and to ensure tools do not repot high rate of errors.
- Prepare and submit to superiors required documentation that catalogues and describes acquired data for admittance into evidence in court proceedings. Reports shall be prepared and submitted by all analysts after performing laboratory processes such as acquisition, archival and analysis.
- Perform computer hardware, software, network, and internet related research to troubleshoot and maintain computer forensic laboratory equipment and network.
- Review current scientific literature and attend seminars, courses, or professional meetings to stay abreast of developments within the field of Computer Forensics and Multimedia Digital Evidence.
Schedule and telecommuting options to be discussed at interview.
For verification purposes, please include copies of training certificates or certifications as applicable.
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