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 in forensic toolsets such as EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, and Velociraptor.
  • Experience with malware analysis and reverse engineering.
  • Proven ability to produce evidentiary-quality documentation.

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 using both static and dynamic techniques.
  • Collect, preserve, and analyze evidence following chain-of-custody requirements.
  • Produce forensic reports, indicators of compromise (IOCs), and investigative findings.
  • Support incident response and remediation efforts with hands-on technical engagement.
  • Contribute to threat intelligence development and reporting.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on complex cybersecurity incidents.
  • Engagement with law enforcement and federal partners.
  • Hands-on role in incident response and technical execution.
  • Collaborative working environment with the Security Operations Center (SOC).
  • Exposure to advanced forensic tools and methodologies.
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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