State Crime Lab Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: 419-223054-ESS
Department: DPS-Office of State Police
Opening Date: 07/07/2026
Closing Date: 7/12/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
At the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive law enforcement services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all.
As a Cyber Crime Analyst I, you'll apply your technical knowledge to support criminal investigations in the digital world. Working alongside experienced law enforcement professionals, you'll assist with digital forensic examinations, cyber threat investigations, incident response, and technical analysis that helps identify, investigate, and combat cybercrime.
This entry-level opportunity is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals with a strong technical foundation, a passion for technology, and a desire to make a meaningful impact through public service. You'll receive hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities to develop specialized skills in digital forensics and cyber investigations while contributing to real-world cases.
You aren't expected to know everything on your first day. We're looking for candidates who bring strong technical fundamentals, critical thinking skills, intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to learn. If you're eager to solve complex problems, adapt to an ever-evolving cyber landscape, and grow into a cyber investigations professional, this is the place to start your career.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of experience in law enforcement, cybersecurity, intelligence, or investigatory work plus one year of experience in digital forensics examinations or cybersecurity; OR
Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus one year of experience in digital forensics examinations or cybersecurity; OR
A bachelor's degree plus one year of experience in digital forensics examinations or cybersecurity; OR
A bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information systems.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:

• Conduct digital forensic examinations of computers, networks, and electronic media
• Analyze and interpret complex technical evidence for criminal investigations
• Support sensitive and large-scale cybercrime investigations
• Assist with incident response and cyber emergency operations
• Provide technical guidance to investigators and prosecutors
• Participate in multi-agency task forces and investigative meetings
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies into investigative workflows
• Deliver training or instruction on cyber investigative tools and methodologies

Applicants with the following skills are encouraged to apply, but the skills are not required:

• Experience with some forensic tools (examples: EnCase, FTK, Autopsy, Magnet AXIOM, X-Ways, Volatility)
• Basic memory forensics awareness
• Timeline construction from multiple artifacts
• Malware triage exposure (hashes, strings, sandboxing)
• SIEM exposure (Splunk, Elastic, OpenSearch, or similar)
• Threat intelligence concepts (IOCs, MITRE ATT&CK, STIX/TAXII)
• OSINT familiarity (Maltego, Shodan, VirusTotal, WHOIS/DNS analysis)
• Python or PowerShell scripting for automation
• Participation in cyber clubs, competitions, labs, internships
• Comfort presenting technical information to others

Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment
Career Progression: This position participates in a Career Progression Group.
Work Schedule: Work hours are 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM or 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (40 hrs./week) Monday - Friday
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "" link and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:Department of Public Safety
ATTN: Human Resources/Elyssa Schexsnayder
P.O. BOX 66614
Baton Rouge, LA. 70896
Email:
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