Digital Forensics Specialist with Security Clearance

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Job description

Consulting Services Group (CSG) is a premier provider of support services, bringing a new and unique level of subject matter expertise to our clients. Our innovation-led services provides comprehensive solutions to our clients who face high-stake challenges related to managing essential programs, growth and transformation, critical communications, and logistics. Our people bring unparalleled expertise and dedication and we are always looking to expand our team. Consulting Services Group (CSG) seeks a Digital Forensics Specialist responsible for identifying, preserving, analyzing, and presenting digital evidence in support of investigations or various software capabilities. This role involves working with various digital devices and data sources to uncover critical information, ensuring the integrity and admissibility of evidence. This role will include the ability to utilize existing forensic software and developing own forensics software capabilities in custom developed software applications. Note: This is part of research and development capability. Responsibilities: Evidence Collection: Identify, inventory, and preserve digital evidence from various devices and data sources without altering original data.
Analysis: Perform detailed forensic analysis on digital evidence, including computers, mobile devices, and network data, to uncover relevant information.
Incident Response: Assist in responding to cybersecurity incidents by collecting and analyzing digital evidence to determine the cause and impact.
Reporting: Document findings and prepare detailed reports that can be used in legal proceedings or internal investigations.
Collaboration: Work closely with law enforcement, legal teams, and other stakeholders to provide expert testimony and support during investigations.
Tool Development: Develop and maintain forensic tools and methodologies to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of forensic investigations. This includes software development to integrate capabilities within custom developed software platform tools to allow forensic image to restore, replay capabilities, and generating appropriate logging.
Root Control: Ability to utilize and develop root level access to perform necessary forensic capability and auditing functionality.
Training: Provide training and guidance to other team members on digital forensics best practices and tools.
Vulnerability Identification: Ability to breach devices as necessary in performance of forensic analysis or tool development capabilities.
Assist, review, and maintain the documentation including methods and procedures for each of the security boundaries and the scan infrastructure managed by the team.
Build and maintain dashboards that present actionable vulnerability or forensics data to leadership and stakeholders in an intuitive manner.
Assist with data calls, FISMA reporting, compliance scanning and reporting, continuous monitoring, and compiling reports for auditors.
Perform other duties assigned by management. Required Qualifications: Must hold an active Department of Defense Top Secret Clearance and be SCI eligible. Documentation -Ability to draft requirements documents, correspondence, and procedures in accordance with policies.
Procedures and Processes - Ability to provide explanations of complex technical procedures and processes clearly and accurately to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Experience using MITRE ATT&CK framework.
Knowledge of vulnerability management and scanning best practices such as the CVE database and the CVSS System used for scoring vulnerabilities.
Has command of various cybersecurity principles, protocols, concepts, and theories in multiple disciplines.
Ability to integrate the work of specialized personnel to produce the desired results.
Knowledge of network-based services and client/server applications, familiarity with intrusion detection systems, network architecture, and security infrastructure placement.
Knowledge of cybersecurity vulnerabilities, mitigation strategies, network architecture, and how to apply security controls.
Ability to analyze network traffic, identify misconfigurations of information systems and networks, troubleshoot security appliances, independently identify network, and host security vulnerabilities.
Understand the operating system and command line tools, network protocols, and TCP/IP fundamentals.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to use multiple electronic devices, including standard office machines, cellular phones, and security appliances.
Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to perform all assigned duties safely and effectively.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in digital forensics, cybersecurity, or a related field.
Proven experience with forensic tools such as EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, or similar.
Familiarity with various operating systems, file systems, and network protocols.
Experience with incident response and handling digital evidence in a legally sound manner. Certifications: Actively maintain valid certificates for at least two of the following listed certifications:
Industry certifications such as those from SANS (e.g., GCFA, GCFE, GREM).
Other relevant certifications like CCE (Certified Computer Examiner) or CFCE (Certified Forensic Computer Examiner). Desired Skills: Technical Skills:
Strong understanding of digital forensics principles and methodologies.
Proficiency in using forensic tools and software.
Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, bash) for automating forensic tasks.
Soft Skills:
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work meticulously.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Travel: There may be occasional short-term travel. Compensation and Benefits:
We provide compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications. We are proud of the benefits that we offer! In addition to a competitive salary, we provide no cost health, dental, and vision insurance options for our employees. Our paid time off is a generous accrual program with additional time off for sick leave for you or your dependents wellbeing and paid military leave. Our 14 holidays allow our staff the flexibility to take alternative days off throughout the year. Employees also benefit from a retirement plan with immediate match and vesting. Additionally, we offer life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a rich employee referral program. Consulting Services Group, LLC is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, see Equal Employment Opportunity. We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job, therefore our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. Your experience helps build the competencies and knowledge that translates to our openings.

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