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What is the difference between Ediscovery Data Analytics vs Ediscovery Review Analyst?

AspectEdiscovery Data AnalyticsEdiscovery Review Analyst
Primary FocusAnalyzing electronic data to identify relevant information for legal casesReviewing documents for relevance, privilege, and case strategy
Skills & CertificationsData analysis, eDiscovery tools, basic legal knowledgeLegal research, document review, familiarity with review platforms
Work EnvironmentData centers, legal tech firms, law firmsLaw firms, legal service providers, corporate legal departments
Tools UsedData analytics software, eDiscovery platforms, SQLRelativity, Concordance, review platforms

While both roles operate within the eDiscovery industry, Ediscovery Data Analytics focuses on analyzing electronic data to streamline case preparation, whereas Ediscovery Review Analysts primarily review documents for relevance and privilege. Understanding these differences helps professionals choose the right career path or role based on skills and interests.

What is eDiscovery data analytics?

eDiscovery data analytics refers to the use of advanced analytical tools and techniques to process, review, and interpret large volumes of electronically stored information (ESI) during legal investigations or litigation. This process helps legal professionals identify relevant documents, detect patterns, and gain insights from data sets that would be overwhelming to review manually. By leveraging data analytics, organizations can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the accuracy of their eDiscovery efforts.

How does an ediscovery data analytics professional typically collaborate with legal teams during a case?

Ediscovery Data Analytics professionals work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support teams to identify, collect, and analyze large volumes of electronic data relevant to legal cases. They help translate complex data sets into understandable insights that inform legal strategies, ensure compliance with discovery protocols, and streamline review processes. Regular communication and meetings with legal stakeholders are common, as is adapting analytics workflows to specific case requirements and deadlines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an ediscovery data analytics professional?

To thrive in Ediscovery Data Analytics, you need expertise in data analysis, legal processes, and a background in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Familiarity with eDiscovery platforms (such as Relativity or Nuix), analytics tools, and certifications like CEDS (Certified E-Discovery Specialist) are highly valuable. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills set professionals apart in this role. These competencies are crucial for efficiently managing, analyzing, and interpreting large data sets to support legal teams in litigation and investigations.
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E-Discovery Administrator

NexGen Data Systems Inc (NGDS)

Suffolk, VA โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Description

NexGen Data Systems is seeking an E-Discovery Administrator. The E-Discovery Administrator shall perform tasks associated with legal discovery and data archival in the IL4/IL5/Il6 environments. Additionally, the administrator will respond to reported electronic spillage of classified data and take approved remedial action.


Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Take administrative action in response to reported electronic spillages of classified data, to include content search, quarantine, creating archival copies, and/or deletion of data
  • Manage user data retention policies, to include placing data in litigation hold
  • Perform data discovery and archival and prepare for transfer to legal authorities
  • Enable/disable user accounts based on information assurance events in coordination with Information Systems Security Managers
  • Analyst shall provide knowledgeable and skilled in FOIA, Privacy, and records management processing (analyzing requests and exemptions, writing correspondence, managing workload)
  • Analyst will utilize FOIA, Privacy, and records management governing documents, to complete tasks
  • Analyst shall process requests and reviews for all public release programs to include but not limited to FOIA/PA and records management
  • Execute Privileged User (PU) management process (e.g., receive and analyze PU requests, ensure requests are thorough and justified, ensure requirement is validated per DON/USN directives).
  • Conduct audits of various security elements of the IL6 tenant covering topics such as vulnerability remediation, endpoint security posture, Conditional Access Policies, role assignments and trust relationships.
  • Manage and operate cloud-based Comply-to-Connect/Enhanced Network Access Control (eNAC) system (e.g., design and implement policies, attend DoD level forums to capture requirements)
  • Support personnel investigations and litigation-related account requests and data delivery
  • Brief various audiences on IL6 management efforts and maneuvers as needed
  • Manage infrastructure devices (e.g., routers, switches, Firewalls) that support Splunk
  • Provide the following services when required by the Government and as directed in writing by DON credentialed, badged, or appointed investigators within 72 hours from the time of the investigator's request unless another timeline is indicated. Confirm within 48 hours receipt of direction in writing to the PCO:
  • Electronic Information File (EIF) retention, recovery, and archiving
  • Internet and Intranet Activity Monitoring
  • Single POC for LE/CI support services
  • Securing End User EIF
  • Documentation of Services Provided
  • Delivery Formats and Delivery Locations
  • Confidentiality
  • Privacy
  • Under exigent circumstances and in response to threats to national security, allow duly authorized Government personnel to seize data, SW, HW, and associated peripheral devices found to be of evidentiary value to an investigation.
  • LE/CI Support
  • Compliance with DON policies specifying the roles and responsibilities of the Naval Criminal Investigative Service
  • Provide technical advice and assistance for the following:
  • Assist DON attorneys in responding to subpoenas, discovery requests, court orders, and other matters related to litigation
  • Respond within 10 calendar days (or 20 calendar days in the case of retrieving information from network backup tapes) from the date of the DON lead attorney's written request
  • Provide Litigation Support services
  • Provide Litigation Holds services
  • Provide Record Search and Production Services
  • Provide Testimony Services
  • Provide Advice and Assistance to Government Attorneys in preparing for and presenting the Government's case at trial
  • Adhere to provisions related to the Confidentiality and Release of Government Information
  • Comply with relevant Privacy Act and FAR provisions

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


Requirements

Desired/Required Skills:

  • Active Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance required.
  • Azure Fundamentals Certification
  • Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Certification
  • Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals Certification
  • IAT Level II: CompTIA Security+, or CySA+, or SSCP
  • 3+ years IT experience with significant experience with Microsoft 365 Admin Center
  • Relevant experience as a Microsoft Exchange administrator
  • Relevant experience as a Microsoft Teams administrator
  • Relevant experience as a Microsoft SharePoint administrator
  • Relevant experience as a Microsoft OneDrive administrator
  • Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Intune
  • Experience with ACAS server maintenance and configuration
  • Understanding of cloud computing and networking
  • Experience supporting Splunk
  • Superior organizational skills
  • Capable of managing multiple projects
  • Great communication skills (oral and written)
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Working knowledge of the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Framework
  • Completion of Federal Law Enforcement Training Center Digital Forensics Levels 1 & 2 or equivalent Digital Forensic Examiner certification (for contractor employees performing data discovery and archival and prepare for transfer to legal authorities)

About the Company:

NexGen Data Systems is an emerging technologies focused company providing expert systems and network engineering solutions to the Department of Defense. NexGen Data Systems promotes a culture of knowledge and career advancement through continued learning, keeping our team current on the latest advances in systems and networking, and enabling our team to provide the best available solutions to our clients.


Benefits:

  • Company covers 100% of premiums for the employee's medical, dental, and vision insurance and subsidizes premiums for spouse and dependents.
  • Company provides short and long term disability plans.
  • 401(k) match up to 10% of the employee's salary contributions to 401(K) plan.
  • Comprehensive training and development program.
  • 11 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) accrual level starts at 15 days annually.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.


NOTE: US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. In order to be qualified for this position, you must be able to obtain and maintain a United States Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. We are unable to sponsor Visas at this time. NexGen Data Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.