Digital Forensic Investigator

Digital Forensic Investigator – California Department of Justice

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Los Angeles County, Burbank Regional Office.

$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 (Annually)

• Job Code: JC-499216
• Position Number:
  
  -901
• Classification:
  Information Technology Specialist II
• Type:
  Permanent, Full Time
• Shift: Day (Monday – Friday)
• Telework:
  Hybrid
• Number of Positions: 1
• Department:
  Division of Medi‑Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse, Investigations Section, Burbank Regional Office

• Perform advanced digital forensic examinations, including analysis, reconstruction, and data preservation of electronic information systems such as hard drives, servers, cellular phones, network devices, and cloud platforms.
• Collect, process, and present findings as part of criminal, civil, pre‑litigation, and litigation investigations.
• Prepare forensic reports, maintain case files, and conduct peer review of case work.
• Appear in court as a subject‑matter expert or witness to provide expert testimony.
• Provide technical expertise and project management for complex IT solutions that support forensic investigations.
• Recommend policy and procedure improvements to ensure the integrity of forensic processes.
• Travel within California and occasionally out‑of‑state as required.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in digital forensic analysis, best practices, data storage, and information security.
• High-level initiative, independent judgment, and strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Strong communication skills for preparing reports and court testimony.
• Competency in case‑file management and peer‑review processes.
• Knowledge of healthcare fraud investigative procedures is highly desirable.

• Work‑life balance
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible paid leave options
• Consistent wage increases
• Pension retirement
• Job stability
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and more

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