Data Specialist

Data Specialist

Contact Discovery Services - Washington, DC

Location: Washington, DC

Start Date: Negotiable

A leading eDiscovery technology and consulting firm headquartered in Washington, DC is looking for an evidence technician to assist the team. We are seeking a motivated individual with a strong interest in the legal and technology fields, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for delivering top-notch service to our clients. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced and dynamic industry. This position requires a presence at the primary firm office in Washington, DC.

DUTIES OF THE POSITION:

• Coordinate directly with internal departments for incoming and outgoing evidence shipment
• Communicate office needs or challenges to management effectively
• Collaborate with project managers and team members to execute complex projects in a deadline-driven environment
• Support the development, testing, and refinement of evidence-handling procedures
• Ensure strict adherence to chain-of-custody protocols and best practices
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) consistently
• Conduct quality assurance checks on work products before delivery
• Assist with archival and restoration of Relativity data
• Apply strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to address challenges efficiently
• Prioritize projects effectively based on deadlines and scope of work
• Perform additional office tasks as needed
  
  

JOB RESPONSIBILITES:

• Maintain meticulous organization of digital and physical drives, storage, and network folders
• Communicate clearly and effectively with managers and team members
• Support data intake processes for the data center
• Assist with data shipping and case closeouts, including deletion, archival, and restoration
• Update chain-of-custody documentation accurately
• Prepare base images for self-collection kits and collaborate with Forensics on quality assurance
• Demonstrate a quick aptitude for learning new processes and tools
• Ability to work certain weekends and some holidays
  
  

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Exceptional organizational skills for managing data storage, computer devices, hard drives, evidence intake, and shipping
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with team members and departments
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team or independently as needed
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite (ie. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Etc.)
  
  

THE FOLLOWING SKILLS ARE PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED:

• Familiarity with the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM)
• Knowledge of copy tools (e.g., RoboCopy, TeraCopy), BAT (batch files) scripting, etc
• General technical computer experience
  
  

SALARY RANGE:

• $50,000.00 - $60,000.00
  
  

ABOUT CONTACT:

Contact Discovery Services delivers best in class service to many Fortune 100/500 companies. Our growth is driven by investing in people and technologies, ensuring our customers have access to the highest level of customer service and the most qualified resources. Our team members are comprised of talented engineers, analysts, and project managers from all walks of life. We concentrate on engineering “outside-the-box” solutions to help organize discovery so our clients can focus on developing case strategy and leaving the heavy lifting to us. Employees are encouraged to actively participate in the development of new ideas, technology, and processes to ensure our customers receive the highest level of service. We offer competitive benefits, work schedule flexibility, and coordinate various company activities throughout the year. If you are looking to be part of an exciting, fast paced environment then we want to hear from you. EOE

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