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Duties
Examples of Duties
- Document digital storage devices seized as evidence.
- Disassembly of computer and mobile device components where needed for forensic imaging.
- Creation of a forensic image of digital storage devices such as hard drives, flash drives, memory cards, DVD’s, diskettes, and mobile device storage.
- Locate and review logically defined files located in digital storage devices such as images, videos, documents, spreadsheets, link files, internet history, etc.
- Recover deleted files and examine file slack and unallocated space.
- Search for hidden files with altered extensions, imbedded in other data, or encrypted.
- Validate hardware and software tools used during forensic examinations.
- Maintain computer hardware, software, data and lab network infrastructure – hardware repair and update, software updates, data backup and archiving.
- Maintain proper chain of custody for evidence items seized and provided for analysis.
- Respond to assist on search warrant service and crime scenes for the purpose of digital evidence identification and triage.
- Provide training to law enforcement on the proper identification and seizure of digital storage devices.
- Communicate with law enforcement and prosecutors to provide guidance and explain analysis, results and conclusions.
- Perform related work as required.
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge/familiarity with operating systems such as Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, Macintosh, Linux, iOS, and Android.
- Ability to successfully complete multiple rigorous certification processes, specifically obtaining a Certified Forensic Computer Examiner certification from the International Association of Investigative Specialists.
- Successfully complete annual proficiency tests in each discipline of expertise.
- Ability to view large volumes of visual evidence, including sexually explicit material and child pornography on a daily basis where required by the nature of a case.
- Ability to work with computers for a prolonged period of time.
- Knowledge of evidence handling procedures in lab and on scene.
- Demonstrate an ability to write detailed, clear and concise reports that can relate technical concepts to the layperson.
- Strong ability to type.
- Have or would be able to successfully complete computer related courses at a college level.
- Have a strong desire to learn digital forensics and best practices associated with the discipline.
- Have the ability to creatively solve problems or find answers to unexpected questions or circumstances raised during the course of an examination.
- Strong ability to work with other examiners in a cooperative atmosphere for the purpose of solving case specific problems and advancing the general technical knowledge of the computer forensics lab as a whole.
- Ability to communicate effectively with law enforcement officials, attorneys, medical examiners and the public.
Training and Experience:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Baccalaureate or advanced degree, preferably a computer science or related field. Previous relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a Baccalaureate degree.
Special Requirements:
- There is a two year probationary period for newly appointed Computer Forensic Examiners. Employee must satisfactorily complete all required training and competency testing and is subject to dismissal for failing to complete probation.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to operate the Mobile Crime Laboratory vehicle or other Department vehicles.
- Work will include call back to duty assignments and an on-call rotation.
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