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Assistant Computer Forensics Analyst Jobs in Santa Clara, CA

Exponent, Inc

Managing Scientist

Menlo Park, CA · On-site

$172.50 - $220/hr

... and computer forensics software such as Cellebrite or EnCase * 1 year of experience in analysis and investigations of consumer electronics, medical devices and automotive vehicles for root cause ...

Exponent Inc.

Managing Scientist

Menlo Park, CA · On-site

$172.50 - $220/hr

... and computer forensics software such as Cellebrite or EnCase * 1 year of experience in analysis and investigations of consumer electronics, medical devices and automotive vehicles for root cause ...

Exponent Inc.

Managing Scientist

Menlo Park, CA · On-site

... and computer forensics software such as Cellebrite or EnCase * 1 year of experience in analysis and investigations of consumer electronics, medical devices and automotive vehicles for root cause ...

Exponent Inc.

Managing Scientist

Menlo Park, CA · On-site

$172K - $220K/yr

... and computer forensics software such as Cellebrite or EnCase * 1 year of experience in analysis and investigations of consumer electronics, medical devices and automotive vehicles for root cause ...

Exponent Inc.

Managing Scientist

Menlo Park, CA · On-site

... and computer forensics software such as Cellebrite or EnCase * 1 year of experience in analysis and investigations of consumer electronics, medical devices and automotive vehicles for root cause ...

Armaninollp

Director, Fraud & Forensics

San Jose, CA · On-site

Lead the practice in fraud and forensic team and help manage the team * Help grow the practice by ... * Assist in the preparation and/or review of detailed financial models and other relevant analyses ...

Armaninollp

Director, Fraud & Forensics

San Ramon, CA · On-site

Lead the practice in fraud and forensic team and help manage the team * Help grow the practice by ... * Assist in the preparation and/or review of detailed financial models and other relevant analyses ...

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How much do assistant computer forensics analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant computer forensics analyst in Santa Clara, CA is $84,175.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,500.00 and $98,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Computer Forensics Analyst vs Computer Forensics Analyst?

AspectAssistant Computer Forensics AnalystComputer Forensics Analyst
CertificationsTypically entry-level certifications like CFCE or EnCEAdvanced certifications such as EnCE, GCFA, or CISSP
Work EnvironmentSupportive role in labs or investigations, supervised tasksLead investigations, analyze digital evidence independently
ResponsibilitiesAssist in evidence collection, basic analysis, documentationConduct in-depth forensic analysis, report writing, testify in court

The main difference between an Assistant Computer Forensics Analyst and a Computer Forensics Analyst lies in experience, responsibilities, and certification levels. The assistant role is more supportive and entry-level, while the analyst handles complex investigations independently.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Computer Forensics Analyst job openings in Santa Clara, CA as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 43% Full Time, 47% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,175 per year, or $40.5 per hour.

Sr Contract Security Analyst

GOAHEAD SOLUTIONS LLC

Pleasanton, CA • On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 hours ago

Job description

Seeking a Sr Security Analyst Consultant to lead staff in the implementation & execution of technical aspects of the client’s enterprise security plan. Will be the SME on security issues & projects so that ESEC team members can increase their security knowledge.
Duration: 12 months
Job type: Contract position
Location: Pleasanton or Vacaville (onsite for the 1st week, onsite as needed onward)
Duties/responsibilities:
-Provide the highest quality services in the shortest timeframe possible with effective & efficient transfer knowledge to client’s employees.
-A self-starter that can come up to speed in domain knowledge in a very short period. Proactively identify & assess threats to client users, network & data.
-Monitor & respond to reports of malicious activity. Respond & investigate intrusions & security events. Demonstrate an understanding of client threat landscape.
-Perform thorough analysis of attacks & anomalous network behavior.  Provide summarized & detailed analysis & documentation in support of ESEC
-Perform proficient forensic analysis using security tools  & processes. Identify Actionable Intelligence by processing Threat Intelligence (TI).
-Demonstrate ability to identify, contain, eradicate & recover from security incidents.  Collaborate with client business units, partners & individuals to mitigate security threats.
-Advise the CISO & ESEC team on matters involving organizational, strategic, tactical & security best practices related to forensics & sec. incidents mgt.
-Attend meetings/represent ESEC as a sr. lead for all sec. matters. Act as lead/co-lead/backup on assigned ESEC projects
-Mentor jr. staff colleagues. Create SOP & training documents.
-Other duties, to be assigned as needed.
Tech. stack environment exp:
-Hardware: Network Switches, Routers, Load Balancers, Servers, Storage Systems, End-User Systems, Mobile Devices, or other devices that enable the organization to complete its mission.
-OS:  UNIX, LINUX, WINDOWS.
-Network: LAN WAN, Internet, Proxy/Filtering, Firewall, VPN, DMZ
-Network protocols: TCP/IP, SNMP, SMTP, NTP, DNS, LDAP, NFS, SAMBA, etc.
-DB’s: Oracle, SQL, MySQL.
-Cloud Platforms: IAAS, PAAS, SAAS.
-Sec. concepts: Encryption, Hardening, etc.
-Sec. GRC.
-Forensic analysis tools.
-AD.
-Programming languages a plus.
-Computer forensics exp. a plus.
-Prior SIEM exp. a plus.
-Malware analysis skills a plus.
Exp.
-At least 10yrs of overall enterprise information security exp. 
-At least 5yrs. of technical exp. conducting sec. incident response & forensic analysis. 
-At least 5yrs of Cyber Threat Intelligence exp. & making the information usable through the sec. incident process. 
-Working exp. of applying IOCs to identify threats in current environment & apply information to prevent future vulnerabilities in the infrastructure tech sec. 
-Working exp. using best practices standards & frameworks: ISO 27001/27002; PCI DSS v4, GLBA; HIPPA/HITECH; NIST 800-53; CIS CONTROLS, NIST CSF; CIS RAM.