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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for data recovery forensic specialist in the United States is $61,156.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Data Recovery Forensic Specialist vs Digital Forensics Analyst?

AspectData Recovery Forensic SpecialistDigital Forensics Analyst
CertificationsEnCE, GCFA, CFCEEnCE, GCFA, CFCE
Work EnvironmentForensic labs, data recovery centers, law enforcement agenciesLaw enforcement, corporate security, legal teams
Primary FocusRecovering and preserving digital evidence, data recoveryAnalyzing digital evidence, investigating cybercrimes
Industry UsageIT, cybersecurity, law enforcementLegal, cybersecurity, government agencies

Both roles require similar certifications and often work in overlapping environments. However, the Data Recovery Forensic Specialist primarily focuses on recovering and preserving digital evidence, while the Digital Forensics Analyst emphasizes analyzing evidence to investigate cybercrimes. Understanding these distinctions helps organizations select the right professional for their digital investigation needs.

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Infographic showing various Data Recovery Forensic Specialist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,156 per year, or $29.4 per hour.

Junior Computer Forensic Specialist

Tampa, FL • On-site

Prescient Edge
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Use forensic tools and investigative methods to recover and analyze electronic data from computers and storage devices.

  • Create detailed notes on forensic processes and develop intelligence-based reports.

  • Assist in testing, evaluating, and developing new forensic processes, procedures, and emerging trends in digital forensics.

Job description

Job Title
Junior Computer Forensic Specialist
Location
Tampa, FL 33621 US (Primary)
Category
Intelligence
Job Type
Full-Time
Career Level
Staff
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Travel
Security Clearance Required
TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
Job Description
Prescient Edge is seeking a Junior Computer Forensic Specialist to support a federal government client.
Please note that the availability of this position is contingent upon contract award.
Benefits:
At Prescient Edge, we believe that acting with integrity and serving our employees is the key to everyone's success. To that end, we provide employees with a best-in-class benefits package that includes:
  • A competitive salary with performance bonus opportunities.
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and orthodontia coverage.
  • A substantial retirement plan with no vesting schedule. Career development opportunities, including on-the-job training, tuition reimbursement, and networking.
  • A positive work environment where employees are respected, supported, and engaged.

Description:
  • Computer forensic specialists combine computer science with forensic skills to recover information from computers and storage devices to recover data like documents, photos, and e-mails from computer hard drives and other data storage devices that have been deleted, damaged, or otherwise manipulated.
  • The specialist uses forensic tools and investigative methods to find specific electronic data, including Internet use history, word processing documents, images, and other files.
  • They use their technical skills to hunt for files and information that have been hidden, deleted or lost.
  • They help officials analyze data and evaluate its relevance.
  • The specialist may also use their expertise to protect computers from infiltration, determine how a computer was broken into, or recover lost files.
  • The specialist creates detailed notes on processes undertaken and develops intelligence-based reporting.
  • The specialist may also provide testing and evaluation of emerging trends in digital forensics software and hardware and assist in developing new and innovative forensic processes and procedures.
  • Certification through the International Society of Forensic Computer Examiners (ISFCE) or the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) is preferred.

Job Requirements
Desired experience:
  • Minimum 3 years of experience relevant to the specific labor category with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years.

Desired education:
  • Bachelor's degree in an area related to the labor category from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  • An additional 4 years of direct experience, for a total of 7 years of experience in the specific labor category, may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree.

Security Clearance:
  • Security clearance required TS/SCI with CI POLY or the ability to obtain CI POLY.

Location:
  • MacDill AFB, Florida.

Prescient Edge is a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) founded as a counterintelligence (CI) and Human Intelligence (HUMINT) company in 2008. We are a global operations and solutions integrator delivering full-spectrum intelligence analysis support, training, security, and RD&E support solutions to the Department of Defense and throughout the intelligence community. Prescient Edge is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by law. We strive to foster equity and inclusion throughout our organization because we believe that diversity of thought is critical for creating a safe and engaging work environment while also enabling the organization's success.
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About Prescient Edge

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Prescient Edge is a prominent name in the global security industry, based out of McLean, VA, US. Established with the primary mission of harnessing science and technology for safety and security purposes, the company specializes in providing a wide range of products and services. This includes research and development, consulting, global operations support, intelligence evaluation, and advanced data solutions. These offerings make Prescient Edge an integral factor in national defense and commercial innovations.

Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

McLean, VA, US

Year founded

2008

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