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Job opening: Digital Forensic Analyst

Salary: $75 708 - 140 281 per year
Published at: Jun 10 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Position: You will serve as a Digital Forensic Analyst (DFA) responsible for applying the full range of analytical knowledge, skills, and abilities in the forensic identification, examination, analysis, and reporting of data associated with U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command (USACIDC) criminal and civil investigations.

Duties

Conduct a wide variety of specialized visual and computer-based examinations of computers, related peripheral equipment and other automation and data storage devices. Prepare formal written reports of findings and expert testimony to be presented in courts-martial and various other judicial and administrative proceedings. Receive, inventory, and sign for physical evidence (possibly weighing in excess of 40 pounds) and maintain integrity of submitted evidence. Assist as part of a criminal investigative team with the execution of highly complex digital forensics requiring the use of specialized technical equipment for the purpose of discovering and analyzing available, deleted, or "hidden" information. Stay up to date in the field of digital forensics by studying computer literature, attending trade shows and seminars, reviewing new products, etc., in order to keep abreast of the latest information and technology available.

Requirements

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • Required to obtain and maintain the DoD Digital Forensics Examiner (DFE) (or successor certifications/equivalents as might be required under USACIDC regulations) certification within 12 months of employment.
  • Digital forensic certifications, other than the DoD DFE that are acceptable are the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialist (IACIS) Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) certification, ...
  • the Global Information Assurance Certification Forensic Examiner (GCFE), or other industry recognized digital certification as determined by the USACIDC Computer Crime Program Manager.
  • Required to be screened under the civilian drug abuse testing program. Periodic urinalysis will be required to test for drug abuse. Must sign DA Form 5019-R.
  • Mobility Agreement: Must agree in writing to comply with management-directed permanent change of station (PCS) movement to meet mission requirements.
  • Subjected to the viewing of disturbing images and may be required to submit to a psychological evaluation.
  • Mandatory training is required which must be successfully completed and other training may occur as necessary for success in the position.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActNon-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferPeople with Disabilities, Schedule APriority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA) In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: GS-11: One year of specialized experience which includes: assist with the examination and analysis of digital, electronic, and mobile device data; and analyze computer related evidence. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). OR Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Criminal Justice. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. GS-12: One year of specialized experience which includes: conduct the forensic examination and analysis of digital, electronic, and mobile device data; analyze computer related evidence; and present testimony and reports at judicial and administrative proceedings. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11). GS-13: One year of specialized experience which includes: plan, coordinate, and conduct the forensic examination and analysis of digital, electronic, and mobile device data; inventory, examine, and perform analyses of computer related evidence; present testimony and reports at judicial and administrative proceedings; and maintain liaison with agencies and officials pertaining to forensic documentation. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12). GS-12 and GS-13: You must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone - no substitution of education for experience is permitted. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Information AnalysisTechnical CompetenceTechnology Application Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12). Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements and minimum qualification requirements prescribed by OPM within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

  • Address AS-APF-W3LD02-USA CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION COMMAND DO NOT MAIL Fort Liberty, NC 28310 US
  • Name: Army Applicant Help Desk

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