5-10 years of experience in a recognized forensic laboratory specializing in handwriting and document analysis
Proficiency in comprehensive document examinations including questioned and known comparisons
Expertise in identifying document printing processes
Ability to produce clear and concise reports with illustrative documentation
Experience with advanced forensic equipment such as Electrostatic Detection Apparatus and Scanning Electron Microscope
Strong communication skills and experience in collaborative team settings
Responsibilities
Conduct thorough forensic document examinations and analyses
Document findings with detailed reports and illustrations
Provide subject matter expert support for forensic document products and procedures
Support internal training and development initiatives
Oversee quality assurance standards and Standard Operating Procedures for the team
Benefits
Opportunity for security clearance sponsorship for long-term candidates
Engagement in continuing education and professional development
Work within a small, collaborative forensic team environment
Access to advanced forensic technology and methodologies
Potential for involvement in high-profile legal cases and investigations
Full Job Description
Job Description
Description
SAIC is seeking a Certified Forensic Document Examiner to serve as part of a small forensic team supporting intel requirements. The position requires a current certification with the American Board of Forensic Document Examiners (ABFDE) and successful completion of a proficiency test in the past two years. A strong familiarity with all professional standards and requirements that pertain to handwriting and document analysis, legal concerns/cases/precedents, research and methodology principles. The position requires a security clearance with an active poly, but client is willing to consider sponsoring clearance for the right candidate with a commitment to a long-term support. The candidate will be expected to maintain necessary proficiencies, skillsets, and continuing education as defined by discipline specific guidelines.
Qualifications
Requirements:
5-10 years of experience in an accredited and recognized forensic laboratory as a handwriting and document analysis/examination, for example (but not limited to) laboratories at the US Secret Service, Department of Homeland Security, or FBI
Demonstrated experience with comprehensive document examinations (both documents and handwriting) to include questioned to questioned; questioned to known; and known to known
Demonstrated expertise in the identification of document printing processes
Ability to document findings in clear and concise report with demonstrative illustrations
Demonstrated expertise in the use of the following equipment:
Electrostatic Detection Apparatus
Video Spectral Comparator
Scanning Electron Microscope
Laser Scanning Microscope
Perform SME support to review request on forensic document analytic products and procedures
Support internal training and development initiatives
Oversee the development and maintenance of quality assurance standards as well as Standard Operating Procedures for the Branch
Strong communication skills and demonstrated experience working in a collaborative small team environment
Typical Education and Experience:
Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience
Additional experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
About SAIC
Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
