What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forensic Computer Specialist 2 position at State of Ohio - Public Safety?
Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center
Report In Location – 1970 W. Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
- Multiple pay increases over your first years of service!
- Free Parking!
- Free Gym Access and Walking Path!
- Onsite Cafeteria!
- Onsite Daycare!
- Design, configure & maintain complex computer hardware for use during evidence acquisition & analysis;
- Troubleshoot problems to resolve any complex technical issues involving equipment or connectivity between the suspect & forensic equipment; Maintain & upgrade the many components used during a computer forensic analysis;
- Research & implement tools which image hard drives (e.g., new developments for hardware & software utilized by the Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center (ONIC)) & verify accuracy of results;
- Continuously test verification forensic software & hardware to validate functionality;
- Develop & implement policies & procedures to ensure policies support the newer technology; Address the ever-changing issue surrounding the area of computer forensics, develop forensic analysis policies & procedures for the ONIC;
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
- Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
OPTION 1:
36 mos. exp. in computer forensic processing or related specialty area (e.g., systems administration; network security; internet protocol).
- Or completion of undergraduate core program in computer information sciences, information systems, computer science or related technology discipline (e.g., systems administration; network security; internet protocol);
- Or 12 mos. exp. as Forensic Computer Specialist 1, 67411.
- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Position Specific Minimum Qualification – Valid Driver’s license required.
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Job Skills: Forensic
Supplemental Information
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: May require travel.
Position also requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal Secret level Security Clearance.
Requires valid driver's license to operate state-owned vehicle or must be able to provide own transportation.
Background Check Information
A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.
To request a disability accommodation, please email HRRequestADA@dps.ohio.gov as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.
ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free WorkplaceThe State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.