Senior Digital Forensics Examiner

Senior Digital Forensics ExaminerSpringfield, VA 22150 - Full TimeClearanceMust currently possess an active TS/SCI security clearance and be able to obtain a CI polygraph after hire (if not before)LocationSpringfield, VASalary Range$125,000 - $185,000ExperienceMust have at least 7 years of experience conducting, or supporting the conduct of, digital forensic analysis, digital media acquisition, mobile device acquisition/analysis, malware analysis, and/or CI or law enforcement investigationsSUMMARY:Cyber Analyst - Technical Threat AnalystA full spectrum security and intelligence company established by a group of like-minded Veterans. We are passionate about supporting our client's missions and ensuring they are prepared to address the modern threat environment. We provide services to an array of clients within the US Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, Cleared Defense Contracting, Defense Industrial Base, and Private SectorDigital Forensic Examiners (DFEs) support sensitive national security investigations and computer network defense operations on behalf of our clients. DFEs operate in a variety of environments ranging from the field to a formal digital forensic laboratory. DFEs will conduct full-spectrum digital forensic tasks to include digital evidence acquisition, triage, analysis, reporting, and testimony. In support of CI investigations, enterprise intrusion investigations, DFEs support incident response procedure and malware analysis to determine the extent of damage and actions taken by cybercriminal and Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) actorsRESPONSIBILITIES:Perform Digital Media Acquisition and Digital Forensic Review of various platforms to include Windows, Linux, and Mac OS based systems using a variety digital forensic toolInvestigate suspected instances of computer, mobile device, and network penetrationsIngest media into an archive, copy media images, and employ advanced media forensics tools during the course of a forensic examination (FTK, EnCase, Axiom)Investigate and eradicate computer viruses and malicious code and prepare, write, and present reports and briefingsProvide a written report at the conclusion of each forensics examinationConduct CI cyber inquiries to determine possible foreign intelligence entity involvement with a customer computer systemPerform in-depth forensics examinations of computers, mobile devices, networks and other electronic and digital devicesPossess experience conducting computer forensics analysis within the Department of Defense and/or ICBrief CI cyber products and CI cyber service results to senior leadershipCollaborate with internal and external IC partners to share and gather technical threat information to enhance forensics examinationsPrepare and present forensic findings in the form of briefings and/or reports, to government leads and managers as requiredParticipate in IC and Department of Defense technical exchange and collaboration meetings as requiredProduce detailed CI cyber forensics reports as requiredProvide support to all CI mission functions as requiredParticipate in IC Community and technical meetings and working groups to address issues related to computer security and vulnerabilitiesInvestigate suspected instances of computer, mobile device, and network penetrationsCoordinate CI Cyber activities originating from Enterprise Incident Response EventsConduct liaison between CI Office and Cybersecurity Operations CenterQUALIFICATIONS:Required Qualifications:Must currently possess an active TS/SCI security clearance and be able to obtain a CI polygraph after hire (if not already heldMust be a self-motivated, disciplined, and mature professional capable of operating with little tasking and oversightMust be capable of operating within a diverse environment and comfortable operating with limited guidance and oversight, maturity and self-motivation requiredClear and concise writing skills and positive, engaging communication skillsBachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in a related fieldAt least 7 years of network analysis experienceDemonstrated ability to identify, decipher, and understand network artifactsPossess or obtain certification to comply with DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technical (IAT) requirements within one calendar year of assignment at the sole expense of the vendor. Shall possess or obtain and maintain IAT II certificationDesired Qualifications:Credentialed graduate of an accredited federal or DoD Counterintelligence training academy (DCAC, CISAC, CIIAC, AFOSI, NCISA, FBI)DoD Cyber Crimes Investigator certificationBachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics disciplinesPost-graduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics disciplines. Experience with malware analysisBENEFITS:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA)Life insurancePaid time offParental leaveProfessional development assistanceReferral programRetirement planVision insuranceWe are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.req25-00158

Created: 2025-03-03