Criminal Digital Forensic Analyst

Overview

ViaPath is seeking a Digital Forensic Analyst. The analyst will provide direct forensic services to customer staff. While in this critical position, you will have the opportunity to utilize your training and experience to forensically extract data from legally seized cellular devices, analyzing said data, and assist investigative staff in the development of actionable intelligence within the facilities and outside law enforcement. The selected candidate will be team oriented, capable of multitasking, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

This position will be based at the customer site in Tallahassee, FL.

Targeting local area Criminal Intelligence Analysts and Law Enforcement/Corrections Investigators who have experience with the Intelligence Cycle/Process.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding and performance of data extraction and data analysis
• Demonstrate fundamental understanding of departmental and corporate policies, and/or industry best practices surrounding the handling of electronic evidence
• Obtain and retain required forensic certifications and apply forensic extraction techniques and best practices
• Analyze data to establish trends within the facility and potential areas of interest
• Assist facility with investigations by utilizing specialized software provided for forensic data extraction, data mining and link analysis
• Demonstrate fundamental understanding of investigative and intelligence processes to include the intelligence cycle
• Submit detailed reports to supervisor’s and facility regarding forensic and intelligence processes and findings
• Participation in court or other administrative related hearings
  
  

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree, with a concentration in Criminal Justice, Security and Intelligence, or a Business-related field is preferred; will consider four years of related experience or a combination of education/experience in lieu of a degree.
• A minimum of 2 years of related experience is required, to include Intel Reporting and Analysis and strong Investigative experience; Digital/Cellular Forensics experience desired.
• Ability to obtain and retain required forensic certifications to include logical and physical data extractions and chip-off techniques. Existing Cellebrite and MSAB experience and certifications preferred.
• Ability to develop a fundamental understanding of intelligence processes in a correctional environment to include institutional operations and criminal procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Prepared to testify in court or other administrative related hearings as needed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows OS and Microsoft Suite.
• Ability to learn ViaPath and third-party software applications within the first six months of hire.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills with an interest and ability to conduct analysis and report on findings.
• Pro-active.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Fluency (written and verbal) in English is required. Fluency (written and verbal) in Spanish is desired.
  
  

ViaPath, an innovation leader in correctional technology, education solutions that assist in rehabilitating inmates, and payment services solutions for government.  ViaPath leads the fields of correctional technology, education, and government payment services with visionary solutions and customized products that integrate seamlessly to deliver security, financial value, and operational efficiencies while aiding inmate rehabilitation and reducing recidivism rates. 

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