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Freelance Remote Digital Forensic Jobs in Virginia

NewGen

Host Forensics Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

They provide remote and onsite advanced technical assistance, proactive hunting, rapid onsite ... forensic images) * Able to write cyber investigative reports documenting digital forensics findings

SixGen, Inc.

On-Net Operator

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$50.25 - $66.25/hr

Support a remote-first and highly collaborative operating environment. QUALIFICATIONS * 7+ years of experience in offensive cybersecurity, red teaming, network analysis, digital forensics, or related ...

Cellebrite

Cyber Threat Analyst

Tysons, VA · On-site +1

... digital forensic and investigative solutions-available via cloud, on-premises and hybrid ... This is a Remote position, but prefer candidates in the Eastern timezone Cellebrite is an equal ...

Cellebrite

Sales Engineer, Federal

Tysons, VA · On-site +1

... digital forensic and investigative solutions-available via cloud, on-premises and hybrid ... Proficiency in configuring and securing remote authentication via SSH keys, file transfers, and ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

DFIR Team Lead

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$112K - $257K/yr

You Have: * 3+ years of experience with digital forensics or incident response * Experience with ... Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

AI Researcher

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

$99K - $225K/yr

Knowledge of reverse engineering or digital forensic analysis * Master's degree in a STEM field ... Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required ...

NewGen

Cyber Network Defense Analyst III

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

Our Partner provides remote and onsite advanced technical assistance, proactive hunting, rapid ... Team personnel provide front line response for digital forensics/incident response (DFIR) and ...

Inficare Technologies

Translator

Dulles, VA · Remote

$44K - $58K/yr

Remote - Work from Anywhere Employment Type: Contract / Freelance Start Date: Immediate Job Summary ... development, digital marketing, and staff augmentation for IT, healthcare, and other sectors ...

Welo Data

English AI Maps Trainer

Appomattox, VA · Remote

$20.30/hr

Evaluate the aesthetic quality, readability, and overall polish of digital map designs. * Assess ... Freelance · Hourly rate: US$20.30 · Language: English (US) · Location: Remote · Estimated ...

NewGen

Cyber Network Defense Analyst II

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

Our Partner provides remote and onsite advanced technical assistance, proactive hunting, rapid ... Team personnel provide front line response for digital forensics/incident response (DFIR) and ...

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What is the difference between Freelance Remote Digital Forensic vs Freelance Remote Cybersecurity Analyst?

AspectFreelance Remote Digital ForensicFreelance Remote Cybersecurity Analyst
CredentialsDigital Forensic Certifications (GCFA, GCFE)Cybersecurity Certifications (CISSP, CEH)
Work EnvironmentInvestigations, digital evidence analysisSecurity monitoring, threat analysis
Industry UsageLegal, law enforcement, private investigationsIT security, corporate, government
Search/Comparison IntentInvestigative roles, digital evidenceSecurity threats, network protection

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Host Forensics Analyst

NewGen

Arlington, VA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Our Partner serves as a prime contractor in a federal program, performing investigations to develop a preliminary diagnosis of the severity of breaches. They provide remote and onsite advanced technical assistance, proactive hunting, rapid onsite incident response, and immediate investigation and resolution using host-based and network-based cybersecurity analysis capabilities. Contract personnel provide front line response for digital forensics/incident response (DFIR) and proactively hunt for malicious cyber activity. They are seeking Host Forensics Analysts to support this critical customer mission.
Responsibilities
  • -Assist Federal leads with overseeing and leading forensic teams at onsite engagements by coordinating data collection/acquisition operations
  • Provide technical assistance on data collection techniques and forensic investigative techniques to appropriate personnel when necessary
  • Write in-depth reports, supports with peer reviews and provides quality assurance reviews for junior personnel
  • Support forensic analysis and mentoring/providing guidance to others on data collection, analysis and reporting in support of onsite engagements
  • Assist with leading and coordinating forensic teams in preliminary investigation
  • Plan, coordinate, and direct the inventory, examination and comprehensive technical analysis of computer systems and digital artifacts
  • Distill analytic findings into executive summaries and in-depth technical reports
  • Serve as technical forensics liaison to stakeholders and explaining investigation details to include forensic methodologies and protocols
  • Track and document on-site incident response activities, and provide updates to leadership throughout the engagement
  • Travel to incident response locations in the United States, Territories & Possessions
  • Evaluate, extract, and analyze suspected malicious code
Requirements
  • US Citizenship
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance
  • Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability
  • BS Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering or related degree; or HS Diploma and 10+ years of host or digital forensics experience
  • 8+ years of directly relevant experience in cyber forensics investigations, using leading edge technologies and industry standard forensic tools
  • Ability to create forensically sound duplicates of computer systems (forensic images)
  • Able to write cyber investigative reports documenting digital forensics findings
  • Experience with the analysis and characterization of cyber attacks
  • Experience with proper digital asset collection and preservation procedures and chain of custody protocols
  • Skilled in identifying different classes of attacks and attack stages
  • Knowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities
  • Knowledgeable in proactive analysis of systems and networks, to include creating trust levels of critical resources
  • Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations
Desired Skills
  • Experience with or knowledge of two or more of the following tools:
    • EnCase
    • SIFT
    • X-Ways
    • Volatility
    • WireShark
    • Sleuth Kit/ Autopsy
    • Magnet Axiom Cyber
    • Snort
    • Splunk or other SIEM Tools (ArcSight, LogRythm, Elastic, etc.)
    • Other EDR Tools (Crowdstrike, MDE, Trellix, etc.)
  • Proficiency with conducting all-source research
  • Desired Certifications: GCFA, GCFE, EnCE, CCE, CFCE, CISSP

About Us
For more than 20 years, NewGen Technologies has solved our clients' toughest IT challenges with integrity, security, and outstanding service by delivering both technology and talent. We have helped secure borders, have used artificial intelligence (AI) to fight terror, aided the identification of criminals, and have helped to prevent crime through the introduction of biometrics. Our team of Highly Cleared Specialists have hard-to-find skills and expertise in a wide spectrum of technologies to provide solutions that transform business processes and solve problems of national significance. #CJ

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