Computer Forensics Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*** Job Summary This position serves as a Computer Forensic Examiner in the Attorney General's Investigation Division. The position performs criminal investigations and analysis involving a variety of highly specialized forensic examinations performed on electronic devices or networks that can be programmed or can store or convey information in any form that is used in suspected criminal violations of State and/or federal laws pertaining to a specific program or regulatory area which includes, but is not limited to, Medicaid fraud, workers' compensation fraud, consumer protection, public integrity, human trafficking, missing children, financial fraud, alleged criminal offenses committed by State officers or employees, Internet Crimes Against Children, terrorism, drug crimes, identity theft, crimes against persons or property, and all types of conflict of interest cases submitted by outside agencies.

Attorney General Computer Forensic Examiners are primarily assigned to casework involving a subject's use of cyberspace, cloud storage, computers, or mobile devices to carry out criminal activity. Computer Forensic Examiners receive extensive training and are required to conduct forensic analysis of computers, mobile devices, cloud storage, and other smart devices. Computer Forensic Examiners are assigned casework as a supporting role for casework specific to technology, in support of other lead investigators.

Investigative support work generally revolves around forensic analysis of digital devices or cloud data recovered during investigations. Casework generally includes capturing and analyzing both physical and digital evidence using legally accepted tools and techniques. Capturing and analyzing evidence includes appropriate documentation of procedures, analysis and findings, and presentation in a court of law.

In addition, Computer Forensic Examiners work in conjunction with various task forces throughout the state with an emphasis on casework involving the use of technology, cyberspace, cloud storage, computers, or mobile devices to carry out criminal activity. Information Technology (IT) Professionals analyze, develop, implement, maintain, and modify computer operations, systems, networks, databases, applications, and/or information security. Incumbents may perform duties in one or more IT specialization areas depending on the needs of the agency.

Essential Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, management information systems, or closely related field and two years of professional IT experience relevant to the duties of the position which may include computer operations, systems administration, network administration, database administration, applications analysis and development, and/or information security; OR two years of experience as an IT Professional I in Nevada State service; OR four years of relevant technical experience as an IT Technician IV or above in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Job Duties Conduct detailed alternative analyses and determine end-user requirements through consultation with end-users, technicians, vendors, management, and others. Maintain documentation related to the assigned IT specialization's architecture, operations, and other records of work activities as required.

Maintain current knowledge of technological trends and advancements in the IT field as well as security management practices, laws, policies, and ethics. Participate in recommending and justifying resource allocations and expenditure decisions, tracking, and recording expenditures, preparing purchase requests, and writing technical requirements for grant proposals. Perform related duties as assigned.

Under general supervision, incumbents perform journey level duties and may serve as a lead worker to lower-level IT staff as assigned. This is a supervisory level for the Computer Operations function. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive.

Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level. Computer Operations: Working knowledge of: basic elements of programming in order to generate all required reports and special projects as required of the data processing section; computer operating system including all functions, schedules, workflows, and processes: date communication networks; principles of operation, capabilities and limitations of a computer system and related environmental equipment in order to efficiently and effectively produce the final work product; supervisory principles and techniques. General knowledge of: diagnostic procedures as needed in verifying systems; principles of operation, capabilities and limitations of a computer system and related environmental equipment to produce the final work product efficiently and effectively; the principles of operation, capabilities and limitations of a multi-programming computer system and related equipment.

Ability to: plan, organize and direct a shift or multi-shift operation of a computer system to facilitate the workflow. Systems Administration: Detailed knowledge of: strengths and limitations of several general-purpose programming languages. Working knowledge of: specific departmental information systems (select positions).

General knowledge of: principles of designing test procedures; principles, practices, and procedures required to design, analyze, and maintain software; principles, tools, and techniques as applied to writing and modifying programs; systems programming languages and techniques. Ability to: make decisions and use independent judgment (independently choose appropriate action after reviewing alternatives); provide general technical consultation and training; recommend and implement systems change. Skill in: interviewing users to identify needs; problem solving, analysis and synthesis; solving information systems problems; some positions may require skill in the use of LAN management software, audio generating equipment, data concentrators, front-end processors, data scopes and recorders, tone modulation test sets, and voice frequency (VF) monitoring equipment Network Administration: Working knowledge of: directory services; network operating systems; network security practices; network problem troubleshooting; the concepts, characteristics, and capabilities of network-based applications; current and emerging trends in developing computer networking technology; the principles and practices of data backup and recovery; the principles, practices, and techniques used to install, maintain, and support LANs and WANs; the concepts, characteristics, and capabilities of computer operating systems.

General knowledge of: methodology for implementing distributed applications; network authentication; data storage networks. Ability to: write performance and utilization reports; collect and analyze data; implement network changes or additions; communicate complex technical concepts and terminology to agency management and network users; implement and maintain directory services; resolve issues quickly with minimal outside help; configure and deploy servers; configure user rights and permissions; monitor device utilization; interpret information security policies; install workstations; troubleshoot hardware and software; understand technical manuals; verify compliance with information security policies. Database Administration: Working knowledge of: physical and logical database structure and design; database backup and recovery scenarios and methodologies; database security management and data integrity.

General knowledge of: database and operating system performance tuning monitoring; business practices and procedures; customer service standards and procedures; business software, systems analysis, systems limitations of a computer system and related environmental equipment in order to efficiently and effectively produce the final work product; supervisory principles and techniques design, system development lifecycle, and information architecture to effectively design and create databases; computer and network operating systems, computer hardware, and communications systems; structured query language. Ability to: work effectively on multiple projects with overlapping deadlines; communicate and work well with changing priorities and frequent interruptions. Skill in: code migration, database change management, and data management through the various stages of the development life cycle; technical writing and report preparation.

Applications Analysis and Development: Working knowledge of: at least one general purpose programming language (in software-oriented positions); basic programming techniques such as table handling and on-line file updates; principles, practices, and procedures required to design and implement information systems-based solutions; principles, tools and techniques as applied to writing, modifying, and documenting programs; techniques of diagramming program flow. General knowledge of: access methods and file structures; at least one formal systems design methodology; principles of designing test procedures; principles, practices and procedures required to develop, design, and implement information system-based solutions in a wide range of problem domains. Ability to: decompose problems into constituent parts; interview users to identify needs; make decisions and use independent judgment (independently choose appropriate action after reviewing alternatives); test and validate systems.

Recruiter Contact Information: Susan Ashley - q.ashley@admin.nv.gov The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.