Digital Forensics Examiner
Content + Source + Freshness • 17 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Offers a strong compensation package for experienced candidates in a niche, yet critical, field of digital forensics.
- Strong salary offering in the forensic analysis field
- Work that directly impacts criminal justice
- High level of personal responsibility and skill application
Pros
- Competitive salary for skilled forensic analysts
- Working on impactful criminal investigations
- Opportunity for signature contributions in forensic technology
Cons
- High stakes with potential for courtroom testimony
- May require extensive ongoing training
Who it's for
Experienced • In-office
Good fit
- Digital forensics specialists with extensive experience
- Candidates with a passion for investigative work
Not recommended for
- Entry-level applicants without relevant experience
- Individuals not comfortable with demanding legal roles
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
- Associates degree and 10+ years of experience; OR Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of experience; OR Master’s Degree and 6+ years of experience. Additional 4 years of relevant experience considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
- Required Certification: One or more of the following - Digital Media Collector (DMC), Digital Forensic Examiner (DFE), Cyber Crime Investigator (CCI), International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) certifications: Certified Computer Examiner (CCE) Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE), GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE) Certifications related to mobile device forensic tools (e.g. Cellebrite Certified Mobile Examiner (CCME), XRY, Oxygen Forensic® Certified Examiner (OFCE)), Certifications related to computer forensic tools (e.g., EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE), X- Ways Professional in Evidence Recovery Techniques (X-PERT), Magnet Certified Forensic Examiner (MCFE)), Data recovery or advanced data acquisition related certifications.
- At least 4 years experience conducting digital forensic analysis on a variety of media, including Windows, OS X, Linux, Android and iOS.
- Experience in supporting criminal investigations.
- Experience writing Technical Reports, detailing results of analysis.
- Experience with EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Axiom, Forensic Explorer, Cellebrite and other forensic tools.
- Formalized training in the areas of computer science, forensics, etc.
- Understanding of network protocols and networking concepts.
- Knowledge of and experience with virtual environments.
- Active TS clearance, SCI eligible
Peraton is looking for a Digital Forensic Analyst in Major Crimes to analyze electronic media in support of our customer's mission, focused on sensitive on-going criminal investigations and operations. Using a wide variety of forensic tools, the Digital Forensic Analyst 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. May be required to testify in federal/military court as expert witnesses.
