Systems Forensic Examiner

Peraton is seeking a Systems Forensic Examiner in our Linthicum, MD office in support of our Department of Defense (DoD) customer as part of a highly talented, highly motivated, and high-performing team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of cyber investigations, digital forensics, cyber threat analysis, and mission support in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will contribute to protecting national security interests by leveraging technical expertise, analytical skills, and innovative problem-solving to address complex cyber challenges. Individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity, committed to excellence, and eager to make a meaningful impact are encouraged to apply.

• Using a wide variety of forensic tools, the Systems Forensic Examiner examines the hard drives of computers, storage devices, cell phones, PDA's, or any electronic device that may hold evidence that could be used in a court of law.
• Performs forensic analysis of digital information and gathers and handles evidence.
• Performs a variety of forensic and electronic discovery services, including digital evidence preservation, forensic analysis, data recovery, tape recovery, electronic mail extraction, and database examination.
• Employs forensic tools and techniques to crack files and system passwords, detect steganography and recover deleted, fragmented and corrupted data from digital media of all types.
• Observes proper evidence custody and control procedures, documents procedures and findings in a manner suitable for courtroom presentation and prepares comprehensive written notes and reports.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; However, four years of additional experience can be considered in lieu of a Bachelors degree
• At least 4 years experience conducting digital forensics on a variety of media, including Windows, OS X, Linux, Android and iOS
• Experience writing Technical Reports, detailing results of analysis
• Experience with EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Axiom, Forensic Explorer, Cellebrite and other forensic tools
• Experience identifying and analyzing malware
• Formalized training in the areas of computer science, forensics, etc.
• Requires an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Preferred Additional Skills

• One or more related certifications such as the EnCE, CFCE, CCE, or CISSP
• Knowledge of a programming or scripting language
• Experience with volatile memory analysis