Digital Forensics Consultant

Our client, a digital forensics and expert witness consulting firm, is seeking a Digital Forensics Consultant to support high-profile litigation matters through the preservation, collection, and analysis of digital evidence. This role will assist with forensic imaging of computers, mobile devices, servers, and cloud accounts, maintain chain of custody documentation, perform forensic data processing and artifact analysis, recover deleted data, and help prepare expert reports and other client deliverables. Working alongside experienced forensic experts, the successful candidate will receive hands-on mentorship while developing expertise in digital forensics, expert witness consulting, and litigation support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically curious, and eager to build a career in digital forensics. Nationwide applicants will be considered, with preference given to candidates located in California (especially the Bay Area) or major East Coast metropolitan areas.

Responsibilities

Assist with forensic collections of computers, mobile devices, servers, and cloud-based data sources

Perform onsite and remote forensic imaging using sound preservation practices

Maintain detailed chain of custody records and evidence documentation

Photograph, label, inventory, and securely track evidence throughout engagements

Support forensic data processing, keyword searching, artifact analysis, and deleted data recovery

Prepare reports, declarations, and other documentation that clearly explain technical findings

Maintain forensic equipment and oversee secure evidence storage

Record billable time and maintain accurate project documentation

Qualifications

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to explain technical concepts in a clear and understandable manner

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

Comfort working with technology and learning advanced forensic techniques

Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion

Willingness to travel for client engagements as needed

Bachelor's degree in any discipline

Preferred Experience

Exposure to digital forensics, eDiscovery, litigation support, or evidence handling

Experience with forensic imaging or electronic evidence preservation

Knowledge of Relativity, litigation holds, or ESI workflows

Familiarity with scripting, SQL, PowerShell, command line tools, or imaging utilities

Understanding of Windows and macOS operating systems

Interest in obtaining industry certifications such as EnCE, CCE, or GCFA

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Job ID: 7570