Digital Forensics Analyst

Amundsen Davis

$100K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proficient with digital forensics tools such as X-Ways and Nuix Workstation.
  • Strong understanding of data preservation techniques for electronic evidence.
  • Capable of analyzing complex data sets and summarizing findings.
  • Hold relevant certifications or degree, with a minimum of five years of experience considered equivalent.
  • At least three years of IT experience.

Responsibilities

  • Collect electronic data from servers and cloud systems in compliance with legal standards.
  • Collaborate with teams to provide data for legal processes and ensure timely deliveries.
  • Maintain detailed records of data collection and generate reports for legal teams.
  • Work with legal and technical teams to enhance data management processes.
  • Promote and uphold effective teamwork and a positive workplace culture.
  • Safeguard sensitive and confidential information retained by the firm.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare, life, and disability insurance.
  • Generous 401(k) retirement plan.
  • At least 11 paid holidays and a robust PTO program that allows accrual of 23 days in the first year.
  • Well-being resources including mental health services and wellness events.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training programs.
  • Employee discounts and participation in affinity groups.
Full Job Description
About the Role

The Information Governance Digital Forensics Analyst II is an integral part of Latham’s Information Governance/Technical Services team. This role will be responsible for managing and ensuring the integrity, security, and accessibility of information across various platforms, while ensuring the integrity and authenticity of electronic data by preserving it in its original form for legal and investigative purposes. This role will be located in our Global Services Office in Downtown Los Angeles. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Other key responsibilities include:

  • Efficiently collecting electronic data from various sources, including on-premises servers and cloud-based systems, while adhering to legal and organizational standards
  • Collaborating with teams to provide necessary data for legal holds, litigation holds, subpoenas, and other legal processes, ensuring timely and accurate data delivery
  • Maintaining detailed records of data collection and preservation activities, as well as preparing comprehensive reports for legal and investigative teams
  • Working closely with legal, technical, and other relevant teams to ensure efficient and effective data management and support
  • Promoting effective work practices, working collaboratively as a team member, and showing respect for co-workers to foster a positive and productive work environment
  • Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

Wed love to hear from you if you:

  • Exhibit proficiency in using digital forensics tools such as X-Ways, Nuix Workstation, Axiom, Purview, and FTK for data collection, analysis, and reporting
  • Possess a strong understanding of techniques for preserving and collecting electronic data while maintaining its integrity and authenticity
  • Demonstrate the ability to analyze complex data sets and draw meaningful conclusions to support investigative processes

And have:

  • Relevant certification/s or degree; a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of certifications/ degree
  • A minimum of three (3) years of IT experience
Benefits & Additional Information

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Lathams comprehensive benefit program which includes:

  • Healthcare, life and disability insurance
  • A generous 401k plan
  • At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
  • Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
  • Professional development programs
  • Employee discounts
  • Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Pay RangeUSD $100,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.

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