Senior Consultant, Digital Forensics & Expert Services

The DFES Sr. Consultant leads, conducts, and assists in data preservation and digital investigations in complex litigation cases by leveraging knowledge of digital forensic tools, technology and protocols related to the collection and management of electronically stored information (ESI) from a wide variety of data sources. The Sr. Consultant is part of our Digital Forensics and Expert Services team and performs investigative work and data collections as part of a team with Consilio’s external clients.

· Works internally with colleagues and with clients in the planning and execution of data preservation using the most appropriate and legally defensible solutions

· Lead and participate in client calls, as necessary, displaying consultative and confident approach to calls

· Ability to work independently on-site on small to medium sized engagements

· Performs investigative analysis activities for a variety of digital devices, computers, storage media, servers, networks, and cloud-based services, including seizure and retention of mobile phones and handheld devices

· Perform tasks related to the forensic examination of ESI under minimal supervision of a Manager/Senior Manager

· Performs data restoration and data conversion to prepare data for processing and hosting

· Leverages experience with forensic tools, including Encase, FTK, Axiom, and Cellebrite to conduct forensic investigations

· Displays sound knowledge and expertise of common operating systems and applications and exhibits an aptitude for problem solving in a methodical manner consistent with forensic protocols

· Follows Digital Forensic good practice methodologies (ISO17025 standard and ACPO Principles of Digital Evidence) in all aspects of the forensic and eDiscovery workflow

· Assists with and independently conducts the forensic examination of data and prepares expert reports and other expert witness documentation related to investigations

· Displays competence in oral delivery of complex technical information to non-technical clients

· Travels to domestic and international onsite locations with a team or independently to perform data collections when safe and feasible

· Displays high degree of comfort operating in a client-facing environment and meeting the needs of clients

Minimum Education Requirements: 

· Bachelor’s degree in forensic computing or equivalent relevant experience

Minimum Experience Requirements: 

· 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible experience in related roles

Other Requirements:

· Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal

· Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative team environment

· Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently

· Demonstrate working knowledge and understanding of evidence management

· Proficient in the usage of forensic acquisition tools and working with various file formats

· Ability to collect data from a wide array of ESI, including computers, mobile devices, media storage devices, servers, networks, social media, and cloud-based services.

· Familiarity with rules of evidence, ACPO guidelines, ISO17025 and Chain of Custody

· Good understanding of computer networking in corporate environments

· Availability for short notice or weekend travel when necessary

Preferred Attributes:

· EDiscovery experience with relevant forensic collection and analysis software

· Certifications in EnCase, FTK, Cellebrite, Nuix, CFE or similar

· SQL or scripting

Please note:

This position requires access to technical data and hardware that are subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120-130). Therefore, applicants must be able to comply with ITAR qualifications.

Consilio, LLC is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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