ActioNet, Inc

Digital Forensics SME

ActioNet, Inc • $140K — $184K *
Rockville, MD 20850In-Person
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, digital forensics, or related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in digital forensics and incident response.
  • Expertise with forensic toolsets (e.g., EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Velociraptor, etc.).
  • Strong skills in malware analysis and reverse engineering.
  • Proficient in network and endpoint forensics.
  • Experience in producing evidentiary-quality documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Perform advanced forensic analysis on endpoints, networks, and digital media.
  • Identify root causes of cybersecurity incidents using forensic methodologies.
  • Conduct in-depth malware analysis, employing static and dynamic techniques.
  • Collect and preserve digital evidence while maintaining chain-of-custody.
  • Produce comprehensive forensic reports and indicators of compromise (IOCs).
  • Support incident response efforts with hands-on technical engagement when needed.
  • Collaborate with law enforcement and federal partners for investigations.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-stakes cybersecurity environment.
  • Engage with cutting-edge forensic technologies and methodologies.
  • Be part of a collaborative team with federal law enforcement partnerships.
  • Potential for career advancement within the agency's cybersecurity framework.
Full Job Description
Description

Digital Forensics Subject Matter Expert

Location: Rockville, MD

Position Overview:

The Digital Forensics SME provides advanced digital forensics and incident response (DFIR) expertise, supporting investigation, analysis, and remediation of complex cybersecurity incidents across the Agency enterprise.

Salary $140K-184K

Clearance: TS/DOE Q

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform advanced forensic analysis on endpoints, networks, and digital media.
  • Identify root causes of incidents using agency-provided tools and forensic methodologies.
  • Conduct malware analysis, including static and dynamic analysis techniques.
  • Collect, preserve, and analyze evidence in accordance with chain-of-custody requirements.
  • Produce forensic reports, indicators of compromise (IOCs), and investigative findings.
  • Support incident response and remediation efforts, including hands-on technical engagement when required.
  • Contribute to threat intelligence development and reporting.
  • Analyze phishing campaigns, email threats, and adversary tactics.
  • Support SOC operations (SOC-48) with both oversight and technical execution.
  • Collaborate with law enforcement and federal partners as needed.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, digital forensics, or related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in digital forensics and incident response.
  • Expertise in:
    • Forensic toolsets (e.g., EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Velociraptor, etc.)
    • Malware analysis and reverse engineering
    • Network and endpoint forensics
  • Experience producing evidentiary-quality documentation.

Key Competencies
  • Deep forensic expertise
  • Investigative rigor
  • Analytical problem-solving
  • Technical leadership

About ActioNet, Inc

ActioNet, Inc. is a provider of information technology services to the federal government and commercial clients. The company offers a range of services, including software development, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and data analytics. ActioNet has been recognized for its work in the federal sector, and has received numerous awards for its performance and customer service. The company is headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, and has additional offices in Vienna, Virginia, and Honolulu, Hawaii.
Learn more about ActioNet, Inc
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Information Technology
Founded
1998
* Ladders Estimates

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