Digital Forensic Analyst

TL;DR

Digital Forensic Analyst: Preserving and collecting mobile and cloud-stored data for government projects with an accent on forensic tool proficiency and chain of custody management. Focus on executing complex forensic acquisitions, coordinating with legal teams, and maintaining high standards of evidence integrity in a fast-paced environment.

Location: Must be based in the US (Chicago, IL / Detroit, MI / Remote). Role requires regular travel for on-site collections and occasional international travel.

Salary: $80,000–$120,000 per year.

Company

hirify.global provides innovative technology solutions and personnel to optimize government bureaucracy and solve complex public sector challenges.

What you will do

• Perform forensic data collection and analysis in both on-site and remote capacities.
• Coordinate with legal teams and client IT departments to define project scope.
• Manage chain of custody best practices and adhere to strict rules of evidence.
• Maintain and update forensic toolsets to ensure current industry standards.
• Perform quality checks on all work products before client delivery.
• Document forensic workflows and assist in refining discovery procedures.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Digital Forensic Science, Computer Science, or Engineering.
• Minimum 1+ years of relevant experience in the forensic lifecycle.
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as EnCase, Cellebrite, Oxygen, and FTK Imager.
• Understanding of Mac/Windows filesystems, mobile devices, and encryption.
• Must be willing to travel regularly on short notice and possess a valid passport.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently or within a team.

Nice to have

• Understanding of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM).
• Industry-standard certifications such as EnCE, CCE, CCFE, GCFE, or GCFA.
• Knowledge of litigation support applications like Relativity or Nuix.
• Experience with scripting (PowerShell, SQL, VB) and database manipulation.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k retirement plan with company support.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health, dependent care, and commuting.
• Paid Time Off and observance of state/federal holidays.
• Supportive, employee-centric culture focused on professional growth and learning.