Digital Forensic Analyst #2311-314200-01
Cyber Crime Unit
- Date Opened
- Wednesday, November 22, 2023 12:30 PM
- Close Date
- Wednesday, December 06, 2023 11:59 PM
- Section
- Police
- Salary
- $71,486- $80,422/ year
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Summary
The Digital Forensics Analyst works under general supervision and performs work by conducting research, extracting and collecting data to determine the relevance and validity of information regarding ongoing investigations.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Accepts & receipts submitted evidence
- Maintains chain of custody on submitted evidence
- Regularly conducts forensic examinations of digital evidence in laboratory environment
- Documents examination results & transmits results to submitting authority
- Submits all records as required by Departmental rules / regulations / other directives
- Provides court testimony regarding results of analysis & prepares courtroom presentations
- Maintain laboratory equipment in operational readiness for variety of forensic tasks
- Responsible for proper use / maintenance / necessary replacement / security of all personally issued equipment
- Responsible for proper documentation / routing / dissemination of all messages & information as received
- Responsible for effectively instructing law enforcement officers in proper identification / collection / submission of criminal evidence relating to digital forensics
- Regularly attend training courses obtaining & maintaining required certifications
- Assist team members with after-hours response assisting with evidence collection & processing
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of investigative & laboratory techniques
- Knowledge of law enforcement practices & procedures
- Knowledge of problem-solving techniques
- Ability to interpret findings & prepare scientific reports
- Ability to communicate effectively orally & in writing
- Ability to perform essential tasks with minimal supervision
- Ability to take on additional duties & responsibilities
- Ability to impartially work with explicit sexual / violent / child exploitation material
- Ability to work days / evenings / nights / holidays / weekends
- Ability to work rotating call back schedule and overtime as needed
Preferred Qualification
Experience using relevant forensics tools:
- Cellebrite
- Encase
- Forensics ToolKit
- IEF
- Black Bag products / etc.
- CompTIA A+ or Network+ Certifications
Minimum Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university
Conditions of Employment
The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.
Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.
Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.
The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How To Apply
Apply online.
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Benefits
The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.
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The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
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