Digital Forensic Analyst

Job Title: Digital Forensic Analyst (4 Positions) #442

Reports to: Technology Commander

Grade/Step: 19 (Full-Time/ Union)

Salary: $85,923

Location: 2650 S California/ 525 W. Van Buren

Bureau: Administrative Services

Division/Unit: Investigations

Application Deadline: April 18, 2026

Note: The Cook County State's Attorney's Office does not sponsor H1-B work visa petitions.

Working Environment: Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Primary Function:

The Digital Forensic Analyst performs analysis of all digital evidence and supports investigative collaboration for achieving justice. The work requires digital evidence is handled properly, maintaining chain of custody throughout the lifecycle of the evidence and contributing to successful prosecution or incident resolution.

Physical Requirements:

Medium Work: The position requires ability to sit for extended periods, frequent use of computers/screens; may require occasional walking, standing, lifting/carrying objects up to 20 lbs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts data extractions and examinations of portable and audio devices, mobile devices, internet service provider records, and third-party provided data using a variety of approved methods and tools
• Utilizes data retrieval utilities to accurately recover evidence and information from computers and related storage media
• Conducts analysis examinations of other digital evidence sources including but not limited to system logs, network activity logs, call detail and cell site records and associated digital records
• Identifies potential evidence and communicates with the prosecution team in support of legal proceedings
• Prepares complete and accurate reports of the results of analysis and interpretations
• Works with prosecuting attorneys to ensure proper presentation of digital evidence before and during court hearings
• Follows up on services by communicating with the requesting prosecutors to ensure all data analysis needs have been met
• Regular interaction with State’s Attorney’s Office Employees and various outside agencies
• Serves as a technical consultant to contributors on cybercrimes and digital forensic analysis
• Availability for possible work outside of normal work schedule in response to major case preparation
• Complies with related policies, procedures, and practices with internationally recognized standards for digital forensics testing laboratories and industry best practices
• Maintains special purpose computer systems and approved tools with regular documentation of updates and validation methods
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as needed or required

Qualifications:

Required:

• Undergraduate or graduate level classes taken or documented experience in the technological environment with a strong aptitude for technology
• Candidate must have strong computer skills and expected to successfully complete advanced computer training for specific digital evidence related tasks
• Candidate must be detail oriented, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task
• The candidate must be able to accomplish job assignments within reasonable deadlines and be willing to accept new projects and/or commitments
• The candidate must be open to changes in operational procedures, technology, and/or organizational structure
• The candidate must also be equipped to handle changes in work priorities and/or unexpected circumstances or situations
• The candidate must be able to lift at least 50lbs and have the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time

Preferred:

• Undergraduate BA/MS or associate degree and/or cyber experience
• Understanding of SaaS ecosystems and mobile artifact awareness
• Understanding of search warrant and scope limitations
• Exposure to leading digital evidence tools in the industry
• Mobile and cloud ecosystem awareness and app data basic concepts
• Have work-related experience with data integrity processes, evidentiary data and knowledge of chain of custody.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO) is an equal opportunity employer, which seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The CCSAO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request, the CCSAO will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals due to a disability or pregnancy. The EEOP report can be found on our website at www.cookcountystatesattorney.org.

Benefits: At Cook County, we believe in investing in you, our valued employee. We understand that your wellbeing directly impacts the quality of service we provide to our community. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial stability, and work-life balance. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:

Choose from a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans to best suit your lifestyle and needs. We provide a robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, as well as 13 paid holidays. As a public service employer, our employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Our Employee Assistance Program offers confidential counseling and referral services to help you navigate life's challenges. And of course, a pension plan through Cook County.

Follow this link to the Cook County Benefits and this link to Cook County Pension Fund if you want to learn more about our amazing benefit coverage. The CCSAO does not provide relocation assistance.