... digital forensics, electronic discovery, and data analytics. This is a unique opportunity to ... Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Economics, Engineering ...
... digital forensics, electronic discovery, and data analytics. This is a unique opportunity to ... Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Economics, Engineering ...
Intrusion Analyst (Junior-Senior)
$90K - $200K/yr
Years (3+) of relevant experience in vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, or computer forensics. * An ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic workplace with unique TTPs. Nice-To-Haves
Intrusion Analyst (Junior-Senior)
$90K - $200K/yr
Years (3+) of relevant experience in vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, or computer forensics. * An ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic workplace with unique TTPs. Nice-To-Haves
Forensic Expert
Midland, TX · On-site
$70K - $90K/yr
Forensic Expert - Accident Reconstruction Expert About Aperture Aperture brings together leading ... computer skills working with various office equipment, computers and various programs including ...
Forensic Expert
Midland, TX · On-site
$70K - $90K/yr
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Forensic Psychologist Relief
Houston, TX · On-site
Under the general direction of Lead Forensic Psychologist, this position is responsible for ... Able to execute standard word processing software on the computer. About us: The Harris Center is ...
Forensic Psychologist Relief
Houston, TX · On-site
Under the general direction of Lead Forensic Psychologist, this position is responsible for ... Able to execute standard word processing software on the computer. About us: The Harris Center is ...
Forensic Psychologist Relief
Houston, TX · On-site
Under the general direction of Lead Forensic Psychologist, this position is responsible for ... Able to execute standard word processing software on the computer. About us: The Harris Center is ...
Forensic Psychologist Relief
Houston, TX · On-site
Under the general direction of Lead Forensic Psychologist, this position is responsible for ... Able to execute standard word processing software on the computer. About us: The Harris Center is ...
Forensic Expert
$70K - $90K/yr
Forensic Expert - Accident Reconstruction Expert About Aperture Aperture brings together leading ... computer skills working with various office equipment, computers and various programs including ...
Forensic Expert
$70K - $90K/yr
Forensic Expert - Accident Reconstruction Expert About Aperture Aperture brings together leading ... computer skills working with various office equipment, computers and various programs including ...
Reverse Engineer (Junior - Senior)
$90K - $200K/yr
Years (3+) of relevant experience in vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, or computer forensics. * A Bachelor's Degree in a Computer Science/IT related field. * An ability to work in a fast ...
Reverse Engineer (Junior - Senior)
$90K - $200K/yr
Years (3+) of relevant experience in vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, or computer forensics. * A Bachelor's Degree in a Computer Science/IT related field. * An ability to work in a fast ...
Forensic Neuropathologist
Houston, TX · On-site
The Forensic Neuropathologist conducts crucial components of medicolegal death investigations ... Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office NOTE : Qualifying education, experience, knowledge ...
Forensic Neuropathologist
Houston, TX · On-site
The Forensic Neuropathologist conducts crucial components of medicolegal death investigations ... Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office NOTE : Qualifying education, experience, knowledge ...
Network Security Engineer -Hybrid - Plano, Texas
Plano, TX · On-site
$112K - $149K/yr
... forensics, computer forensics, and a broad range of skills in LAN technologies, Windows and Linux O/S's, and general security infrastructure. * Carries out agreed maintenance tasks. * Ensures usage ...
Network Security Engineer -Hybrid - Plano, Texas
Plano, TX · On-site
$112K - $149K/yr
... forensics, computer forensics, and a broad range of skills in LAN technologies, Windows and Linux O/S's, and general security infrastructure. * Carries out agreed maintenance tasks. * Ensures usage ...
Network Security Engineer -Hybrid - Plano, Texas
Plano, TX · Hybrid
$112K - $149K/yr
... forensics, computer forensics, and a broad range of skills in LAN technologies, Windows and Linux O/S's, and general security infrastructure. * Carries out agreed maintenance tasks. * Ensures usage ...
Network Security Engineer -Hybrid - Plano, Texas
Plano, TX · Hybrid
$112K - $149K/yr
... forensics, computer forensics, and a broad range of skills in LAN technologies, Windows and Linux O/S's, and general security infrastructure. * Carries out agreed maintenance tasks. * Ensures usage ...
Senior Network Engineer
Westlake, TX · On-site
$99K - $136K/yr
... computer forensics operations, evidence gathering and preservation, incident containment, and incident recovery. * DE maintaining network change requests submitted by network support teams using ...
Senior Network Engineer
Westlake, TX · On-site
$99K - $136K/yr
... computer forensics operations, evidence gathering and preservation, incident containment, and incident recovery. * DE maintaining network change requests submitted by network support teams using ...
... computer forensics, information assurance, systems engineering, and/or network and systems administration. • Identify, collect, analyze process and disseminate information in accordance with ...
... computer forensics, information assurance, systems engineering, and/or network and systems administration. • Identify, collect, analyze process and disseminate information in accordance with ...
Senior Network Engineer
$99K - $136K/yr
... computer forensics operations, evidence gathering and preservation, incident containment, and incident recovery. * DE maintaining network change requests submitted by network support teams using ...
Senior Network Engineer
$99K - $136K/yr
... computer forensics operations, evidence gathering and preservation, incident containment, and incident recovery. * DE maintaining network change requests submitted by network support teams using ...
Network Security Engineer (Zscaler SASE) -Hybrid - Plano, Texas
Plano, TX · Hybrid
$112K - $149K/yr
... forensics, computer forensics, and a broad range of skills in LAN technologies, Windows and Linux O/S's, and general security infrastructure. * Carries out agreed maintenance tasks. * Ensures usage ...
Network Security Engineer (Zscaler SASE) -Hybrid - Plano, Texas
Plano, TX · Hybrid
$112K - $149K/yr
... forensics, computer forensics, and a broad range of skills in LAN technologies, Windows and Linux O/S's, and general security infrastructure. * Carries out agreed maintenance tasks. * Ensures usage ...
Network Security Engineer -Hybrid - Plano, Texas
Plano, TX · Hybrid
$112K - $149K/yr
... forensics, computer forensics, and a broad range of skills in LAN technologies, Windows and Linux O/S's, and general security infrastructure. * Carries out agreed maintenance tasks. * Ensures usage ...
Network Security Engineer -Hybrid - Plano, Texas
Plano, TX · Hybrid
$112K - $149K/yr
... forensics, computer forensics, and a broad range of skills in LAN technologies, Windows and Linux O/S's, and general security infrastructure. * Carries out agreed maintenance tasks. * Ensures usage ...
Network Security Engineer (Zscaler SASE) -Hybrid - Plano, Texas
Plano, TX · On-site
$112K - $149K/yr
... forensics, computer forensics, and a broad range of skills in LAN technologies, Windows and Linux O/S's, and general security infrastructure. * Carries out agreed maintenance tasks. * Ensures usage ...
Network Security Engineer (Zscaler SASE) -Hybrid - Plano, Texas
Plano, TX · On-site
$112K - $149K/yr
... forensics, computer forensics, and a broad range of skills in LAN technologies, Windows and Linux O/S's, and general security infrastructure. * Carries out agreed maintenance tasks. * Ensures usage ...
Cybersecurity Incident Response Manager
Austin, TX · On-site
$164K - $223K/yr
BSc or higher in relevant subject (e.g Computer Forensics, digital investigation, computer science), applicable Professional qualification e.g SANS, CISSP, GCIH, GIAC, GCFE, GREM SANS Certifications ...
Cybersecurity Incident Response Manager
Austin, TX · On-site
$164K - $223K/yr
BSc or higher in relevant subject (e.g Computer Forensics, digital investigation, computer science), applicable Professional qualification e.g SANS, CISSP, GCIH, GIAC, GCFE, GREM SANS Certifications ...
Network Security Engineer (Zscaler SASE) -Hybrid - Plano, Texas
Plano, TX · Hybrid
$112K - $149K/yr
... forensics, computer forensics, and a broad range of skills in LAN technologies, Windows and Linux O/S's, and general security infrastructure. * Carries out agreed maintenance tasks. * Ensures usage ...
Network Security Engineer (Zscaler SASE) -Hybrid - Plano, Texas
Plano, TX · Hybrid
$112K - $149K/yr
... forensics, computer forensics, and a broad range of skills in LAN technologies, Windows and Linux O/S's, and general security infrastructure. * Carries out agreed maintenance tasks. * Ensures usage ...
Cybersecurity Incident Response Manager
Austin, TX · Hybrid
$164K - $223K/yr
BSc or higher in relevant subject (e.g Computer Forensics, digital investigation, computer science), applicable Professional qualification e.g SANS, CISSP, GCIH, GIAC, GCFE, GREM SANS Certifications ...
Cybersecurity Incident Response Manager
Austin, TX · Hybrid
$164K - $223K/yr
BSc or higher in relevant subject (e.g Computer Forensics, digital investigation, computer science), applicable Professional qualification e.g SANS, CISSP, GCIH, GIAC, GCFE, GREM SANS Certifications ...
... computer forensics, information assurance, systems engineering, and/or network and systems administration. • Identify, collect, analyze process and disseminate information in accordance with ...
... computer forensics, information assurance, systems engineering, and/or network and systems administration. • Identify, collect, analyze process and disseminate information in accordance with ...
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| Aspect | Computer Forensics | Digital Forensics |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | EnCE, GCFA | EnCE, GCFA |
| Work Environment | Law enforcement, corporate security, consulting | Law enforcement, legal, corporate investigations |
| Industry Usage | Primarily in cybersecurity and law enforcement | Broader, including digital crime, legal cases, and incident response |
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Full-time
Posted 6 days ago
Job description
Who We Are
FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world's top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.
At FTI Consulting, you'll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you'll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You'll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.
Are you ready to make your impact?
About The Role
FTI Consulting's Technology Consulting practice is seeking a skilled Director with experience providing customized programming solutions to solve client needs of first impression. Our Forensic Automation and Cognitive Technology Services teams are built to streamline digital investigations, enhance electronic evidence discovery, and accelerate decision-making across forensic, legal, and investigative domains. The ideal candidate will have a combination of background and experiences across information governance, digital forensics, electronic discovery, and data analytics. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your technical expertise and leadership skills to drive business growth and deliver high-quality services to our clients.
What You'll Do
- Collaborate with stakeholders to scope project goals, define success metrics, and communicate insights in a clear, compelling manner
- Act as a forensic technology lead in delivering end-to-end machine learning and data science solutions to enterprise clients across various industries Design, develop, and deploy predictive models, statistical algorithms, and custom machine learning pipelines using customized programming techniques. Present technical findings and recommendations to non-technical audiences including C-suite stakeholders and law firm partners
- Build reusable quantitative components, templates, and accelerators using to enable scalable delivery across client engagements
- Develop and deliver training programs for clients and internal teams on forensic automation and cognitive technologies
How You'll Grow
We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You'll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth. As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.
What You Will Need To Succeed
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics) or related field.
- Fluency in Python and hands-on experience creating customized solutions leveraging advanced Python packages (e.g., scikit-learn, PyTorch, statsmodels) Experience with APIs and ability to independently collect, integrate, and analyze data from cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure)
- Demonstrable expertise navigating cloud-based enterprise systems (e.g., M365, Google Workspace, Slack)
- Hands-on experience developing, tuning, and validating machine learning models, including hyperparameter optimization, feature selection methods, cross-validation, error analysis, bias-variance tradeoff management, model interpretability, and robustness and performance monitoring
- Strong communication skills with the ability to align client needs with functional solutions, and effectively communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholder
- Client-facing consulting experience
- Experienced managing people on fast-moving, high-profile engagements
- Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis; this position does not provide visa sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field
- 3+ years of experience in industries or services related to the Electronic Discovery Reference Model, and familiarity with forensic technology software (e.g., EnCase, Axiom, Cellebrite, NUIX, Relativity, and Reveal)
- Fluency in R, particularly as it relates to data visualization and statistical programming
- Deep expertise in machine learning algorithms (regression, classification, clustering, time series, NLP, etc.) and statistical modeling
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Compensation
Minimum Pay: $123,500
Maximum Pay: $182,000
Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual's location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.