Forensics Scripting Developer Reston, VA Position Clearance TS​/SCI FS Poly

Forensics Scripting Developer LOCATIONReston, VA 20190 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY

We are looking for a talented Forensics Scripting Developer to join our team and play a key role in creating innovative tools for forensic analysis and investigation. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize scripts and applications to automate processes, analyze data, and uncover critical insights. Working closely with forensic analysts and other stakeholders, you will contribute to solving complex challenges by leveraging your technical expertise and creativity.

If you are passionate about scripting, data analysis, and developing cutting‑edge solutions in the field of digital forensics, we encourage you to apply!

Digital Forensics Analyst, Cybersecurity Analyst, Malware Analyst, Incident Response Developer, Threat Intelligence Developer, Security Automation Engineer, etc.

Bachelor's Degree

Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Data Science, Criminal Justice with a focus on Cybercrime, Network Security, Computer Engineering, etc.

General comment on degrees:
Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some contracts give 4-5 years experience credit for a Bachelor's Degree. Some contracts give 2 years experience credit for a Master's Degree. We will work with you to find the right fit.

• Develop custom forensic scripts for analysis
• Automate data extraction and parsing tasks
• Collaborate with forensic analysts to identify scripting needs
• Optimize and troubleshoot existing scripts
• Document and maintain script libraries
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards in forensics

• Proficiency in Python or Power Shell
• Knowledge of forensic tools (e.g., EnCase, FTK)
• Familiarity with file system structures and data recovery techniques
• Experience with data acquisition from various sources
• Understanding of digital evidence handling best practices
• Ability to analyze and interpret log files and system data

• Experience with malware analysis tools
• Knowledge of network forensics and packet analysis
• Familiarity with reverse engineering techniques
• Experience with memory analysis and forensics
• Understanding of cloud-based forensics
• Ability to integrate scripts with enterprise forensic systems

• Excellent Salaries
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Cafeteria Style Benefits
• 10% - 401k Matching (Vested Immediately)
• Additional 401k Profit Sharing
• 30 days Paid Leave/Holiday (No Use or Lose!)
• The day off for your birthday
• Medical/Dental/Vision - 100% employee coverage. ($1200 allowance - or a bonus)
• HSA/FSA
• AFLAC
• Long Term/Short Term Disability - 100% employee coverage. No cost to you.
• Life Insurance - 100% employee coverage. No cost to you.
• Additional Discretionary Life Insurance
• Paid Training
• No long, wordy reviews with tons of paperwork!!!
• Referral bonus program with recurring annual payments

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Cymertek is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We embrace and celebrate differences in our employees, recognizing that a diverse workforce enhances our creativity, innovation, and overall success. At Cymertek, employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

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