Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for forensic examinations of computer and cell phone evidence. The basic responsibilities of the analyst include but are not limited to:

Preserve and analyze data from electronic data sources, including computers, vehicles, and mobile devices, ensuring that the evidential integrity of the data is not compromised.
Specialized technical work in the clarification/enhancement, conversion, repair, and authentication of audio and video evidence.
Retrieval of evidence from analog and digital CCTV systems, both in lab and at off-site locations.
Assist in search warrants by previewing and collecting devices.
Conduct validation testing and performance verifications of various hardware/software tools.
Assess and troubleshoot a variety of technical issues.
Provide expert testimony in depositions, trials, and other proceedings.

Must be willing to be on-call to respond to calls after hours/weekends/holidays.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Digital Forensics or a closely related field is required.
Direct relevant working experience as a multimedia or digital forensic analyst may be considered in lieu of a degree.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

A minimum of two years’ experience working with analysis of digital evidence is strongly preferred.
Demonstration of expertise with clarification tools and in the examination and enhancement of digital evidence is also preferred.
A Master’s degree may be considered as meeting partial experience requirements.
Certification is strongly preferred (CCO, CCPA, GSAF, CFCE, CCME, etc.) or the ability to quickly gain certification.

Compensation

Houston Forensic Science Center offers a competitive salary and benefit package also dependent on experience.

How to apply

Interested applicants meeting the job requirements may apply via the link: http://atsod.com/j/s.cfm/19B2 or on our website: hfsctx.gov

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