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How much do fbi computer forensics jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for fbi computer forensics in New York is $109,585.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,782.00 and $148,684.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An FBI Computer Forensics job involves analyzing digital evidence to support criminal investigations. Specialists recover, examine, and preserve data from computers, mobile devices, and networks while ensuring evidence integrity. They work on cases related to cybercrime, terrorism, fraud, and other federal offenses. These professionals often collaborate with law enforcement and testify in court as expert witnesses. Strong technical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of digital forensics tools are essential for success in this role.

What types of cases or investigations do FBI computer forensics professionals typically work on?

FBI Computer Forensics specialists are involved in a wide range of cases, including cybercrime, terrorism, fraud, and national security investigations. Their daily work often involves examining digital devices, recovering deleted files, analyzing data breaches, and producing forensic reports to support criminal investigations. These professionals may work closely with special agents, legal teams, and other technical experts, participating both in field operations and lab-based analysis. The role can involve high-profile and sensitive cases, requiring discretion and resilience. As technology evolves, there are continuous opportunities for skill development and advancement within cyber and digital forensics teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the FBI computer forensics position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an FBI Computer Forensics professional, you need strong analytical skills, deep knowledge of computer systems, networks, digital evidence, and often a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with forensic tools like EnCase, FTK, and Cellebrite, as well as certifications such as CFCE or GCFA, is highly valued. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and clear communication skills help professionals in this role stand out. These skills are essential for thoroughly investigating cybercrimes, securing digital evidence, and effectively collaborating with investigative teams and in court settings.

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Infographic showing various Fbi Computer Forensics job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 76% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,585 per year, or $52.7 per hour.

USAO - NJ Cyber Investigator

Grey Street Consulting LLC

Newark, NJ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Re-posted 6 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Assist with pending investigations and cases within the Cyber Crime Unit.

  • Plan and conduct investigations of criminal matters related to cybercrime, including hacking and trafficking in stolen information.

  • Collect, review, and organize digital and documentary evidence, and prepare reports and materials for use by attorneys and in court.


Job description

Grey Street Consulting, LLC (Grey Street), a leading small business provider of operational support services to Federal civilian and defense agencies, is seeking to hire a Cyber Investigator to support our prospective client within the United States Attorney's Office, District of New Jersey (USAO-NJ). This position is to report on-site full-time in Newark, NJ.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Investigator will be responsible for assisting with pending investigations and cases within the Cyber Crime Unit and will report to the Chief of that unit. With direction from an Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA), the Investigator will plan and assist with conducting investigations of a variety of criminal matters relating to cybercrime, such as financially and/or politically motivated computer hacking and trafficking in financial and personal information stolen through computer hacking. Investigations may concern sensitive matters; involve prominent individuals, organizations, corporations, or nation-states; involve issues cutting across domestic and international jurisdictional lines; and often are characterized by obscure leads, few visible records, uncooperative witnesses and/or conflicting evidence.
Investigations will be conducted in conjunction with other federal and/or state or local agencies. These federal agencies include, but are not limited to, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the U.S. Secret Service (USSS), the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS), and/or the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Communication skills are extremely important. The positions require working and interacting professionally and effectively with all levels of staff, including agents, legal support staff, and AUSAs. Ability to meet established deadlines and work as a team player in a professional office setting is also required. The position requires meeting and dealing with people in a courteous and tactful manner.
Applicants must have the ability to use MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Powerpoint, Adobe Acrobat Professional, and ideally has experience reviewing documents and working in document review databases or platforms.
Applicants will be expected to work with and review complicated and electronic evidence, including technical and/or forensic data and documents. Prior experience, training, education or knowledge with or in the areas of computer science, computer coding, data management, and/or information technology will be highly useful.
The Investigator may also be asked to perform duties or support other divisions of the USAO and the Department of Justice, based on the current staffing needs of the USAO.
Prior experience with law enforcement investigations will be useful.
Prior experience with investigating or responding to cybercrime will also be useful. This could include experience in information security.
Typical assignments include: Working with assigned AUSAs and/or supervisory attorneys to identify and develop evidence regarding cybercriminals based on open-source searches, investigation of hidden criminal forums and websites, drafting subpoenas and other legal process to Internet service providers (including email and cloud services providers).
  • Maintaining and organizing dossiers online identifies associated with cybercriminals including organizing data collected through legal process.
  • Maintaining working knowledge of current and developing social media tools and applications, internet technologies, anonymization tools, the Dark Web, white hat and black hat hacking, and/or information security research tools and tactics.
  • Assists in conducting interviews with agents from various federal law enforcement agencies of witnesses, informants, and defendants, and preparing reports regarding the same.
  • Collecting, storing, and reviewing forensic digital evidence.
  • Arranging for secure storage, preservation, organization and indexing of voluminous digital and documentary evidence.
  • Preparing interim and final reports on progress of investigation for use by AUSAs and supervisory attorneys.
  • Assisting in compilation of evidence, and the creation of charts, graphs, videotapes, and other audio-visual materials for use by AUSAs in motions and at trial. Advising AUSAs on selection of witnesses and ensuring their attendance through subpoena or otherwise.

Requirements
Job Requirements and Experience
The Cyber Investigator must have:
  • U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain adjudication for the requisite background investigation.
  • Must have valid State driver's license.
  • The Contractor shall be proficient in Microsoft Office software programs (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook).
  • Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.
  • 5-7 years of related experience.

ADA Requirements
  • Operate a PC and phone in an office environment.
  • Work in a primarily sedentary position.
  • Perform some bending, light lifting, and carrying of equipment may be required.
  • Any additional office equipment that is required by the position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
About the United States Attorney's Office
The mission of the United States Attorneys is to serve as the nation's principal litigators under the direction of the Attorney General. There are 93 United States Attorneys stationed throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands. Each United States Attorney is the chief federal law enforcement officer of the United States within his or her jurisdiction.
United States Attorneys conduct most of the trial work in which the United States is a party. The United States Attorneys have three statutory responsibilities under Title 28, Section 547 of the United States Code:
  • The prosecution of criminal cases brought by the Federal Government;
  • The prosecution and defense of civil cases in which the United States is a party; and
  • The collection of debts owed the Federal Government which are administratively uncollectible.

Although the distribution of caseload varies between districts, each U.S. Attorney's Office (USAO) deals with every category of cases and handles a mixture of simple and complex litigation. Each United States Attorney exercises wide discretion in the use of his/her resources to further the priorities of the local jurisdictions and needs of their communities.
About Grey Street Consulting, LLC
Grey Street is a small, federal contracting firm. Founded in 2015, Grey Street has already established itself as a leading small business provider of federal human resources (HR) services. Grey Street provides staff augmentation support to numerous federal agencies including but not limited to the U.S. Departments of Transportation (DOT), Health and Human Services (HHS), Energy (DOE), Labor (DOL), and Homeland Security (DHS) just to name a few. Our approach to the delivery of professional services is rooted in our deep subject matter expertise and supported by our ability to effectively manage our client's needs and expectations while delivering measurable results.
Grey Street offers a robust benefit package which includes comprehensive medical, dental, and 401k with a guaranteed match!!
To learn more about Grey Street click here: https://greystreet-consulting.com/