eDiscovery Forensic Consultant

It's fun to work at a company where people truly believe in what they are doing! Job Description: Job Title: eDiscovery Forensic Consultant Location: Remote (Eastern Time Zone preferred) Schedule: Monday – Friday, standard business hours Employment Type: Full-Time Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled eDiscovery Forensic Consultant with a foundational understanding of corporate IT systems and eDiscovery to support litigation matters and compliance investigations. This role focuses on the collection and processing of electronically stored information (ESI) from corporate systems including Microsoft Office 365, Purview, Relativity, OneDrive, Teams, and Exchange email. Collect data from network shares using forensic applications such as FTK or others. Responsible for providing technology-related litigation support services to attorneys, paralegals, and support staff. The ideal candidate will have experience with secure transfer protocols, network share collections, custodial interviews, and is comfortable working in a remote environment, as well as in teams. Key Responsibilities: Execute defensible collections of ESI from Microsoft 365 environments (Exchange, OneDrive, Teams). Collect data from network shares using FTP and other secure protocols. Collaborate with attorneys/paralegals in maintaining legal hold management system. Conduct custodial interviews to identify relevant data sources and timelines. Utilize Microsoft Purview and Relativity for search, collection, and processing of data. Maintain chain-of-custody documentation and ensure data integrity. Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and IT teams to meet project deadlines. Store collected data securely on designated servers and ensure proper access controls. Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues. Required Qualifications: 5-7 years of experience in eDiscovery or digital forensics. Strong understanding of Microsoft Office 365 ecosystem, especially Purview and Exchange. Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of personnel, including Attorneys, Paralegals and technical support personnel. Direct experience with Relativity or similar review platforms. Experienced with SFTP (secure data transfer protocols). Familiarity with corporate data networks and file share structures. Skilled in analyzing network share data with forensic tools like FTK. Excellent communication skills collaborating with attorneys and custodians. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Comfortable working independently. Preferred Qualifications: Certifications such as CEDS or similar. Experience with scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python) Understanding imaging from Encase, Falcon. Knowledge of legal hold processes and compliance frameworks of eDiscovery. Knowledge of legal hold systems such as Exterro or similar. IT background pertaining to corporate email/data/network systems. The Compensation range for this role is $110,000.00 USD annually and may be eligible for an annual bonus. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. #LI-PS1 Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer Your specific salary will be determined based on several factors: Location-based market rate for the role Your abilities in relation to the job specification Performance during screening and interview Pay parity with the wider team in the considered location Further details about the package will be provided during the initial screening call with the Talent Acquisition Team. Click here to learn about Epiq's Benefits. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! It is Epiq’s policy to comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity laws by making all employment decisions without unlawful regard or consideration of any individual’s race, religion, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, transgender status, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, marital status, age, national origin, genetic information, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran or family status or any other basis protected by applicable national, federal, state, provincial or local law. Epiq’s policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on any of these impermissible bases, as well as any bases or grounds protected by applicable law in each jurisdiction. In addition Epiq will take affirmative action for minorities, women, covered veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. Epiq is pleased to provide such assistance and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. Pursuant to relevant law, where applicable, Epiq will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Epiq is a leading global provider of integrated technology and services for the legal profession, including eDiscovery, managed services, bankruptcy, class action and mass tort administration, federal regulatory actions and data breach responses. Our innovative solutions are designed to streamline the administration of litigation, investigations, financial transactions, regulatory compliance and other legal matters. Epiq’s subject-matter experts bring clarity to complexity, create efficiency through expertise and deliver confidence to our clients around the world. We strive for a cohesive, collaborative environment that focuses on group achievement. With over 8000 associates worldwide, Epiq operates in 19 countries and over 80 global locations.

Salary : $110,000