Mobile Forensic IT Analyst

Company Description

NXTKey Corporation has been delivering Information Technology, Information management, Information Assurance (IA) and cybersecurity solutions to US Federal Government since 2005.

NXTKey Corporation is a 15 year old ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 20000, CMMI Level 3 (SVC) SSD certified and agile Highly Adaptive Cybersecurity Services (HACS) qualified Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), that has refined our Information Technology, Information management, Information Assurance (IA) and cybersecurity solutions by supporting highly complex Information Technology (IT) environments at the Department of Justice (DOJ) United States Marshals Service (USMS), Justice Management Division (JMD), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Federal Prison Industries (FPI) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned Mobile Forensic Analyst with deep expertise in mobile device investigations, forensic systems administration, and secure federal environments. With over a decade of experience in digital forensics—including five years specializing in mobile platforms—the ideal candidate will provide advanced technical and investigative support across mobile and hybrid forensic environments. This role demands proficiency in mobile forensic tools, while ensuring full compliance with federal security and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and manage mobile forensic tools such as Cellebrite UFED/Physical Analyzer, Magnet AXIOM, Oxygen Forensics, and XRY.
• Support digital forensic platforms including Nuix Workstation, X-Ways, and Relativity where applicable.
• Manage mobile device acquisition workflows, including Android and iOS extraction techniques, cloud data parsing, and encrypted app analysis.
• Maintain forensic software, license servers, and backend infrastructure supporting mobile investigations.
• Automate reporting and dashboarding for mobile forensic case metrics and system performance.
• Provide training and knowledge transfer to investigative teams and end users on mobile forensic procedures and tool usage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• 10 years of experience in digital forensics, with at least 5 years focused on mobile device forensics.
• Certified in at least one mobile forensic tool (e.g., Cellebrite Certified Mobile Examiner, Magnet Certified Forensics Examiner).
• Holder of at least one SANS certification (e.g., GCFA, GASF).
• Strong understanding of federal IT security standards, compliance frameworks, and forensic documentation best practices.

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