Digital Forensics Senior Consultant
Core
Lead and perform complex digital forensic investigations, overseeing evidence collection, preservation, and analysis of electronic data in a forensically sound manner.
Role type
Senior Digital Forensics Consultant (hands-on IC with client leadership)
Builds
Forensic reports, presentations, and investigative outcomes for legal counsel, clients, and internal teams
Domain
Legal technology / Digital Forensics / Cybersecurity
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Digital forensics investigation, evidence collection and preservation, chain of custody management, forensic analysis of computers/mobile/cloud, forensic reporting, client engagement management, team mentorship, regulatory compliance, risk identification
Preferred skills
Consulting firm experience, law firm or government agency client experience, expert witness testimony, scripting/automation (Python/PowerShell), eDiscovery platforms, incident response methodologies
Technologies
EnCase, AccessData, eDiscovery platforms, cloud platforms, mobile devices, storage media
Responsibilities
Lead evidence intake, tracking, management, preservation, and return; Conduct advanced forensic examinations on computers, mobile devices, tablets, cloud platforms, and storage media; Prepare, review, and present detailed forensic reports and findings; Serve as primary point of contact for engagement teams and clients; Manage multiple concurrent engagements; Provide guidance and mentorship to junior consultants; Ensure forensic processes comply with legal and industry standards
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with client leadership