Forensic Analyst

About the Opportunity

MGT is seeking an experienced **Digital Forensic Analyst*to support a long-term engagement with our client. This position requires a highly skilled forensic professional capable of conducting complex digital forensic examinations, supporting criminal investigations, providing expert testimony, and assisting with forensic laboratory operations

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The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in computer and mobile device forensics, digital evidence handling, forensic reporting, and investigative support within law enforcement, public safety, or criminal justice environments. Candidates should be comfortable working with sensitive evidence and maintaining strict evidentiary and chain-of-custody standards.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must clearly demonstrate the following qualifications on their resume:

• Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) certification (required for Analyst-level personnel)
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience performing digital forensic examinations and investigations
• Experience conducting forensic acquisition, preservation, examination, and analysis of digital evidence

Experience analyzing:

• Computers and servers, Mobile devices (iOS and Android), Removable media, Cloud-based and networked environments
• Experience performing data recovery, artifact analysis, password recovery, and decryption activities
• Experience preparing forensic reports suitable for investigative and legal proceedings
• Experience in maintaining the chain of custody and evidentiary documentation
• Experience providing investigative support and identifying evidentiary leads through forensic analysis
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to pass required criminal background checks, fingerprinting, and drug screening.

Key Responsibilities

As a Digital Forensic Analyst, you will be responsible for:

Digital Forensic Examinations

Conduct forensic acquisition, preservation, examination, and analysis of digital evidence

Perform forensic imaging and evidence collection activities

Recover deleted, encrypted, and hidden data where possible

Validate forensic findings using industry-standard methodologies and tools

Maintain proper chain-of-custody procedures throughout all examinations

Investigative Support

Support criminal investigations involving cybercrime, internet-based offenses, technology-facilitated crimes, and digital evidence

Assist investigators in identifying investigative leads through forensic analysis

Participate in search warrant execution and on-site evidence collection when required

Review examination requests and determine appropriate forensic methodologies

Reporting & Documentation

Prepare comprehensive forensic examination reports

Document examination methodologies, findings, and conclusions

Maintain evidence logs and case documentation

Prepare affidavits, exhibits, and supporting documentation for legal proceedings

Testimony & Legal Support

Provide expert witness testimony during pre-trial and trial proceedings

Support prosecutors and investigators with case preparation

Explain forensic findings in a clear and defensible manner

Technical Analysis &

Research, conduct validation and testing of forensic software, hardware, and methodologies

Research emerging digital forensic technologies and cyber crime trends

Evaluate and recommend forensic tools and process improvements

Assist with the development and enhancement of forensic examination procedures

Systems & Infrastructure Support

• Support forensic laboratory infrastructure and systems
• Assist with forensic workstation and NAS management
• Monitor software licensing, upgrades, and maintenance requirements
• Coordinate with County IT personnel regarding the forensic system support needs

Training & Knowledge Transfer

• Assist with the development and delivery of digital forensic training programs
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to law enforcement personnel
• Contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives and best-practice development

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Digital Forensics, Computer Science, Information Security, Information Assurance, Criminal Justice, or a related field
• Experience working with law enforcement agencies, public safety organizations, or criminal justice environments
• Experience providing courtroom testimony as an expert witness
• Experience supporting cybercrime, child exploitation, or technology-facilitated criminal investigations
• Experience participating in search warrant execution and digital evidence collection

Preferred Certifications

Mobile Device Forensic Certified Examiner (MDF)EnCase

Certified Examiner (EnCE)Access

Data Certified Examiner (ACE)

Certified Electronic Evidence Collection Specialist (CEECS)

Required Tools & Technologies

Candidates should demonstrate proficiency with industry-standard forensic tools, including

• Cellebrite
• Inseyets
• Magnet Axiom
• Magnet GrayKeyFTK (Forensic Toolkit)
• FTK Imager
• Mobile device forensic platforms
• Computer forensic analysis tools
• Data recovery and decryption tools

Work Environment

• Work will be performed onsite at the client facilities in West Olive, Michigan
• Occasional field response and evidence collection activities may be required
• Candidates must be capable of handling sensitive and potentially disturbing materials, including CSAM-related evidence, when required
• Candidates must maintain applicable certifications and participate in ongoing professional development activities throughout the engagement