Active DC3 Cyber Training Academy Digital Forensic Examiner (DFE), GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA), GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE), or equivalent certification.
Minimum seven years of hands-on experience in host-based forensic examinations across Windows, Linux, and macOS.
At least three years of leadership or supervisory experience managing forensic analysts and performing technical peer reviews.
Experience supporting an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory, including SOP development and quality assurance procedures.
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all forensic examination activities at the Cyber Forensics Laboratory (CFL).
Assign cases and manage the workload of forensic analysts effectively.
Perform technical peer reviews of forensic analysis reports for accuracy and adherence to standards.
Ensure compliance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and quality requirements in forensic tasks.
Support ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation through SOP development and internal audits.
Monitor team performance and operational quality for efficiency.
Act as the primary technical contact for the Government regarding forensic examination activities.
Benefits
Support for professional development and certifications.
Opportunities for leadership in a specialized field.
Engagement with government entities and high-profile cases.
Involvement in maintaining ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation standards.
Full Job Description
Lead Digital Forensic Examiner to serve as the primary technical point of contact to the Government for Cyber Forensics Laboratory (CFL) examination activities. This position leads a team of forensic analysts. It manages case assignments and workload, performs technical peer review, and supports the laboratory's ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation through SOP development, internal audits, and quality assurance.
What Your Day-To-Day Looks Like (Position Responsibilities):
Lead and oversee all CFL forensic examination activities.
Assign cases and manage the workload of forensic analysts.
Perform technical peer review of forensic analysis reports for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and adherence to laboratory standards.
Ensure forensic examination tasks are completed in accordance with the PWS and applicable quality requirements.
Support ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation activities, including SOP development, internal audits, and quality assurance procedures.
Monitor team performance, operational quality, and efficiency.
Serve as the primary technical point of contact to the Government for forensic examination activities.
Proactively communicate technical, programmatic, and resource limitations that could affect performance.
What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Requirements):
TS/SCI clearance eligible.
Active DC3 Cyber Training Academy Digital Forensic Examiner (DFE), GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA), GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE), or equivalent certification approved by the COR.
At least seven years of hands-on experience conducting host-based forensic examinations across Windows, Linux, and macOS.
At least three years of leadership or supervisory experience within the last five years managing forensic analysts, assigning cases, and performing technical peer reviews.
Demonstrated experience within the last three years supporting an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory, including SOP development, internal audits, and quality assurance procedures.
$200,000 - $225,000 a year
Final compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, certifications, clearance level, and contract requirements. This position is contingent upon contract award.
