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Links Partners

Senior Forensics Analyst

New York, NY · On-site

$96K - $127K/yr

Proactively assist in the management of clients * Train and mentor staff * Establish effective working relationships directly with clients * Generate high quality forensic reports presenting complex ...

Armaninollp

Director, Fraud & Forensics

New York, NY

Lead the practice in fraud and forensic team and help manage the team * Help grow the practice by ... Leading and playing a key role in dispute and litigation consulting matters * Assist with business ...

Armaninollp

Director, Fraud & Forensics

Garden City, NY · On-site

Lead the practice in fraud and forensic team and help manage the team * Help grow the practice by ... Leading and playing a key role in dispute and litigation consulting matters * Assist with business ...

City of New York

Forensic Analyst

Bronx, NY · Hybrid

Specific duties includes but not limited to the following: - Assist NYPD Cold Case detectives in identifying unsolved homicide and sexual assault cases with forensic evidence. - Maintain a database ...

City of New York

Forensic Analyst

Bronx, NY · Hybrid

Specific duties includes but not limited to the following: - Assist NYPD Cold Case detectives in identifying unsolved homicide and sexual assault cases with forensic evidence. - Maintain a database ...

City of New York

Forensic Analyst

Bronx, NY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Specific duties includes but not limited to the following: - Assist NYPD Cold Case detectives in identifying unsolved homicide and sexual assault cases with forensic evidence. - Maintain a database ...

Armanino LLP

Director, Fraud & Forensics

New York, NY · On-site

Lead the practice in fraud and forensic team and help manage the team * Help grow the practice by ... Leading and playing a key role in dispute and litigation consulting matters * Assist with business ...

Withum

Forensic Associate

East Brunswick, NJ · Hybrid

$70K - $90K/yr

Our Forensics Associate will assist in analyses related to forensic investigations, business disputes and economic damage engagements, specifically: * Assisting in preparation of document requests

Withum

Forensic Associate

Whippany, NJ · Hybrid

$70K - $90K/yr

Our Forensics Associate will assist in analyses related to forensic investigations, business disputes and economic damage engagements, specifically: * Assisting in preparation of document requests

Withum

Forensic Associate

Red Bank, NJ · Hybrid

$70K - $90K/yr

Our Forensics Associate will assist in analyses related to forensic investigations, business disputes and economic damage engagements, specifically: * Assisting in preparation of document requests

Withum

Forensic Associate

New York, NY · Hybrid

$70K - $90K/yr

Our Forensics Associate will assist in analyses related to forensic investigations, business disputes and economic damage engagements, specifically: * Assisting in preparation of document requests

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What is the difference between Forensics Assistant vs Crime Scene Technician?

AspectForensics AssistantCrime Scene Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require a degree in criminal justice or forensic scienceHigh school diploma; specialized training or certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentLaboratory settings, offices, and sometimes crime scenesPrimarily on-site at crime scenes and laboratories
Employer & Industry UsageLaw enforcement agencies, forensic labs, government agenciesLaw enforcement agencies, crime labs, forensic units
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level forensic rolesFocuses more on evidence collection at crime scenes

While both Forensics Assistants and Crime Scene Technicians work within forensic and law enforcement environments, Forensics Assistants typically support laboratory analysis and administrative tasks, whereas Crime Scene Technicians focus on collecting evidence at crime scenes. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

How to become a forensics assistant?

To become a forensics assistant, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, with some positions requiring an associate's or bachelor's degree in criminal justice, forensic science, or a related field. Relevant skills include attention to detail, knowledge of laboratory procedures, and familiarity with forensic tools and software; certifications in forensic science can also enhance job prospects.

What does a forensic assistant do?

A forensic assistant supports forensic scientists by collecting, preserving, and analyzing evidence from crime scenes. They may prepare reports, operate laboratory equipment, and ensure proper documentation, often working in a laboratory or crime scene environment. Attention to detail and knowledge of forensic procedures are essential for this role.

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Senior Forensics Analyst

New York, NY • On-site

Links Partners
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 11 - 50 employees
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$96K - $127K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Title:
Senior Computer Forensics Analyst
Location:
Philadelphia, PA / New York, NY / Fort Lauderdale, FL / Other
Summary:
Provide senior and expertise skill level in digital forensics principles when acquiring, collecting, preserving, and processing of data. Independently capable of conducting a forensic data acquisition and performing a full forensic examination/analysis of Windows and MAC-based desktop/laptop computer systems, servers to include Exchange and Files Shares, mobile devices, and related digital storage media.Experience with incident response (triaging, collection and analysis). Document and report and be able to provide expert witness testimony for investigations and litigations. Experience managing a team of examiners and mentoring same. The senior examiner must be able to utilize industry accepted forensic tools such as EnCase®, FTK, and X-ways.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Must be able to manage multiple projects and maintain a computer forensics lab.
  • Serve on forensic projects and functionally participate in project meetings
  • Proactively assist in the management of clients
  • Train and mentor staff
  • Establish effective working relationships directly with clients
  • Generate high quality forensic reports presenting complex technical processes and findings clearly and concisely to technical and non-technical business clients while meeting expected timelines
  • Compose affidavits, and depositions and participate in court testimony as needed.
  • Conduct or assist with forensic acquisition and preservation of electronic data from a wide range of information technology environments and platforms including social media and mobile devices.
  • Conduct on-site and remote imaging and data captures. Coordinate and track all electronic collection activities, maintain chain of custody and project lifecycle documentation to ensure computer forensic protocols are met.
  • Research and analyze new technologies and provide recommendations on the best leading-edge technology for organization use.
Qualifications:
  • Must be competent in digital computer forensics, electronic discovery, and information security.
  • Knowledge and experience with Windows, Macintosh, and Linux.
  • Firm understanding of: information systems security, network architecture, physical server and desktop architecture, virtual infrastructure architecture, general database concept, document management concepts.
  • Firm understanding of electronic mail systems such as Exchange, GroupWise, Lotus Notes and cloud hosted services.
  • Experience with EnCase®, FTK, Oxygen, Cellebrite, IEF, et al.
  • Ability to establish, maintain and execute all components of an incident response plan, from incident intake through root cause analysis, technical remediation analysis, and reporting
  • Must be very detail-oriented
  • Must be able to interact with other staff and clients, in person or by phone.
  • Critical thinker, problem solver.
  • Must hold 2 or more industry recognized digital forensic certifications: A+, CFCE, CCE, GCFA, GCFE, EnCE, ACE, CCME, or similar certification
  • Cyber/network related certifications: (one or more): Network+, Server+, GREM, GNFA, CISSP, CCNA, CCNP, or similar certification
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to create exceptional, detail-oriented, client deliverables.
  • Experience with scripting and programming languages such as: C#, Java, Python, Pearl, Bash scripting, PHP, etc., a plus.
  • Law enforcement background (not required but a plus).
  • Government background (not required, but a plus).
  • 7+ years professional work experience related to field conducting computer forensics investigations, post incident response; and network forensics
  • Experience testifying in court, Grand Jury, or other legal proceedings through testimony, sworn affidavits, declarations, or other legal instruments.
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