Digital Forensics Specialist . Chantilly Move Collective

Digital Forensics Specialist

Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level

CGS is searching for a Digital Forensics Specialist who will play a key role in the collection and preservation of data from mobile devices and cloud environments. The ideal candidate will be well‐versed in various forensic technologies and eager to take on a significant role within our rapidly growing forensics team. This position involves both travel for on‑site data collection and time spent in our main office, which features a state‑of‑the‑art forensics lab and data center.

Our firm thrives on a lean‑team approach and fosters an employee‑centric culture that promotes professional development and active participation from every team member.

At CGS, we unite highly motivated, skilled, and innovative individuals to tackle the government's most pressing challenges using advanced technology. We are looking for applicants who are enthusiastic about contributing to government advancements, value teamwork, and can proactively address the needs of those around them. Our employees are supported in a growth‑oriented environment, with numerous opportunities for professional development.

• Conduct forensic data collection and basic analysis on‑site and remotely.
• Collaborate directly with legal teams and client IT departments to define project scopes.
• Update and maintain the forensic toolset to keep abreast of new versions and market options.
• Work closely with project management and other team members to complete complex projects within tight deadlines.
• Assist in developing, documenting, and improving procedures to meet discovery process requirements.
• Uphold best practices for chain of custody in compliance with evidence rules.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures consistently.
• Conduct quality checks on work outputs before delivery to clients.
• Perform additional responsibilities assigned by management, including general IT tasks.

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Digital Forensic Science, Computer Science, or Engineering.
• 1+ years of relevant experience with a clear understanding of the forensic lifecycle, including scoping activities, evidence acquisition across various devices, and intermediate forensic analysis.
• Proficient in industry‑recognized forensic tools, including EnCase, Cellebrite, Oxygen, FTK Imager, Mac Quisition, X1 Social Discovery, and Logicube Falcon.
• General familiarity with Mac and Windows file systems, mobile devices, and encryption technologies.
• Experience in preserving diverse data sources, including desktops, laptops, mobile devices, servers, cloud and on‑premise email systems, social media, and atypical cloud data, in a forensically sound manner.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with technical and non‑technical clients.
• Willingness to work extended hours if needed to meet client deadlines.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Readiness to travel frequently, often on short notice, and possess a valid passport for occasional international travel.
• Self‑motivated and energetic, able to work independently and collaboratively as needed.
• Ability to document forensic workflows that align with industry best practices.
• Eagerness to mentor and train other team members to enhance the group's overall expertise and support larger collection efforts.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the capability to troubleshoot effectively on the go.

• Understanding of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM).
• At least one relevant certification (e.g., EnCE, CCE, CCFE, GCFE, GCFA, CCO, CCPA, CCME).
• Working knowledge of litigation support applications such as Relativity, Concordance, Nuix, and LAW Pre Discovery.
• Experience with structured data analysis, custom scripting, and data manipulation to create client reports.
• Familiarity with (Robo/Rich) copy tools, BAT (Power Shell) scripting, and Active Directory.
• Experience in scripting, programming/coding, and using database languages (SQL, VB, HTML, Access).

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