Digital Forensic Examiner 1

at  Commonwealth of PA

THE POSITION

Crack the case in the exciting field of digital forensics! The Pennsylvania State Police is actively seeking a Digital Forensic Examiner 1 in the Bureau of Crime Investigation, Computer Crime Task Force. By utilizing your technical skills you can help take criminals off the streets. If you enjoy new opportunities, apply today and take the next step in your professional career!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Digital Forensic Examiner 1, you will conduct examinations of digital equipment and media allegedly used to commit a suspected crime. You will preserve the original evidence and produce an image for analysis purposes. You will also troubleshoot, repair, assemble, and disassemble digital devices to access evidence. In addition, you will assist in court preparation of evidence and media used during prosecution and testify on digital evidence, the procedures used to obtain the evidence, and the findings of digital forensic examiners.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• A bachelor’s degree in digital forensics, cyber forensics, forensic science, computer science or any information technology field that includes 3 college credits in computer networking and 3 college credits in information technology security, network security, or cyber security; or

• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 3 college credits in computer networking and 3 college credits in information technology security, network security, or cybersecurity.

  Necessary Special Requirement:

• You must possess an active motor vehicle license.

Other Requirements:

• You must possess the ability to obtain and maintain an active Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Police within the probationary period and maintain the same for the duration of employment in this job.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Please refer the Job description for details