Computer Investigative Forensic Specialist; CIFA

Job Title

Digital Forensic Analyst

The following are the duties of this position at the full working level. If this vacancy includes more than one grade and you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform these duties and receive training to help you grow in this position.

• Provides expert digital forensic support through the scientific analysis of electronic evidence by recovering and analyzing electronic evidence associated with investigations of potential breaches of US tax law. Conducts computer and mobile forensic examinations that are consistent with those standards established by IRS-CI, as well as reflective of current trends and techniques within the law enforcement and professional communities. This may include the testing of forensic software and other appropriate automated analytical tools to meet diverse investigative requirements.
  
  This can have a material adverse effect on national security.
• As an expert in the field of computer forensics, the incumbent is counted on to develop agency wide policies, procedures, and strategies involving the recovery and forensic analysis of electronic evidence. Provides expert technical advice, guidance, and recommendations to agency management and other senior agents, officers, or inspectors on critical investigations of electronic evidence.
• Conducts internal and/or external investigations, inquiries, or audits related to cases that might have an impact on national security.