Computer Forensics Examiner

Duties:

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Completes forensic computer examinations to include: data recovery, damaged, fragmented, files, erased or hidden files; recovery of data from damaged or modified electronic devices.
• Assists law enforcement in the field at crime scenes or investigative scenes to recover electronic evidence.
• Prepares documentation to include forensic reports based on observations noted during forensic examinations.
• Assists with criminal investigations and prepares cases for filing relating to technology crimes and crimes involving the internet.
• Maintains knowledge of laws, regulations, policies or other issuances pertaining to digital forensics or information privacy.
• Preserves and maintains digital forensic evidence for analysis.
• Develops plans for investigating alleged computer crimes, violations, or suspicious activity.
• Prepares digital evidence to be provided to defense counsel for purposes of discovery or work closely with the defense team when digital evidence involves privileged communications.
• Conducts research regarding new forensic techniques using new hardware or software.
• Performs training and assistance to law enforcement personnel in the preparation and collection of electronic evidence.
• Responsible for courtroom preparation and testimony related to computer forensics.
• Acts as a liaison with other Local, State and Federal agencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:

• Extensive experience in automated office systems coordination which has led to the acquisition of the required knowledge, skills and abilities. The required knowledge, skills and abilities may be obtained by completion of four (4) or more years of automated office systems coordination or related experience, including, but not limited to IT Security, e-Discovery, and computer incident response teams.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Independent travel is required for this position and therefore, a valid California driver license must also be maintained throughout employment.
• Basic skills in computers and mobile devices
• Experience installing and updating software
• Strong writing skills

DESIRED:

• Experience with computer network, firewall and servers
• Experience in forensic examinations of computers and related peripherals
• Experience in IT Security, viruses, trojan horses and malware
• Experience in product evaluation and procurement in the workplace
• Experience in systems registry and system networks
• Experience with video surveillance or security systems

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Information technology including computers and related peripherals.
• Principles and procedures used for investigative computer forensics.
• A variety of software and hardware products, specifically forensic tools used in computer forensics examinations.
• IT security, computer viruses, trojan horses and malware.
• A wide range of electronic communication devices.

Skilled in:

• Written and verbal communication both inside and outside the organization.

Ability to:

• Use a variety of software and hardware products, specifically forensic tools used in computer forensics examinations.
• Work with the systems registry.
• Use multiple operating systems, such as SQLite.
• Operate a wide range of electronic communication devices.
• Tolerate exposure to images of a graphic and/or pornographic nature.
• Organize and prioritize work.
• Conduct research into new software and technologies for the purposes of investigative forensics.
• Learn new technologies and train users.
• Oversee and support projects.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Work independently in the performance of assigned duties.
• Effectively prepare written reports.

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