Digital Forensic Examiner

Job Description

Description

SAIC is currently seeking a Digital Forensic Analyst to support one of our longstanding customers in Bethesda, MD. The selected candidate will conduct forensic examination and analysis of digital, electronic and mobile device data to include but not limited to: hard drives, thumb drives, memory cards, and cellular devices. This role supports active operations and presents the candidate with cutting edge challenges in the digital forensic arena.

This rewarding position will be responsible for the deep dive analysis on a variety of types of media. The ideal candidate will have progressive technical experience that demonstrates hands-on experience using digital forensics software, including, but not limited to EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Axiom, Cellebrite and other forensic tools.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Plans, coordinates and conducts the forensic examination and analysis of digital, electronic and mobile device data to include but not limited to: hard drives, thumb drives, memory cards, and cellular devices.
• Assists with the execution of highly complex digital forensics requiring the use of specialized technical equipment and software for the purpose if discovering and analyzing available, deleted or “hidden” information.
• Examine evidence to determine the best strategy for exploitation, in consultation with other subject matter experts as needed.
• Reviews evidence and exercises independent judgment to determine the proper approach and sequence of examinations.
• Disassemble, as needed, any components or devices when required to gain access to digital data.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI with CI Poly is required to perform services on the contract. Candidates with an active security clearance at the TS/SCI level are required to pass a counter intelligence polygraph.
• Eight (8) years of full-time technical exploitation experience in digital forensics; OR BS degree in Digital Forensics or Computer Science may substitute (2) years of minimum experience; OR MS in Digital Forensics or Computer Science may substitute three  (3) years of minimum experience;
• Two (2) or more years of digital forensics/reverse engineering experience, including computer forensic software packages such as EnCase, FTK, or Sleuth Kit/Autopsy.

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, which is core to our values and important to attract and retain exceptional talent. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.9 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.