Job Description
Our client, a global risk consultancy, is seeking a Contract Forensics Consultant to join their team. The Consultant will be responsible for delivering digital forensics services to law firm and corporate clients, identifying new opportunities for the Discovery + Data Insights practice, and supporting client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a technical background, extensive experience in industry standard forensics tools, and a deep understanding of the digital forensics lifecycle. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of forensic investigations and eDiscovery matters across different industries, collaborating with teams globally to ensure client satisfaction and uphold company standards. The Consultant will also play a key role in business development activities, including building client relationships, demonstrating expertise, and identifying opportunities for revenue growth. This is a remote position offered to candidates in California or New York.
TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES- Coordinate and organize dynamic groups in a fast-paced setting with critical timelines
- Aid in managing daily resource allocation for the U.S. and Mexico Digital Forensics teams
- Contribute to improving processes within the Discovery + Data Insights group
- Take part in projects involving the discovery, collection, and review of digital systems and electronic data
- Create strategies and solutions for data collection, considering unique project needs and complexities
- Guide clients in choosing the best technologies for specific project aims
- Handle project closures, including returning data and archiving databases, ensuring clients understand retention implications in line with company policies
- Support business development through relationship-building with potential and current clients, showcasing expertise and drafting proposals or cost breakdowns
- Showcase business development skills via networking activities, converting connections into new revenue opportunities
- Expand revenue on active projects by spotting cross-selling chances for services within Discovery + Data Insights and the broader organization
- Represent the company at industry events, client demonstrations, and internal initiatives to enhance market presence
- Oversee documentation efforts such as evidence tracking, media management, and maintaining collection logs
- Maintain high standards of work using best practices and quality control measures
- Build and strengthen client relationships, ensuring their satisfaction throughout engagements
- Extract, filter, and stage data from forensic images for further processing
- Use both commercial and proprietary tools for data collection, review, and reporting
- Work with other departments to create and deliver solutions for areas like compliance monitoring, privacy, and insider risk management
- Travel to challenging environments and locations as needed, up to half the time
REQUIREMENTS- Several years of hands-on experience with computer forensic investigations
- Knowledge of leading procedures, best practices, and emerging technology trends in the field
- Skilled in preserving and analyzing digital evidence from mobile devices using recognized forensic tools
- Proficient in forensic and eDiscovery tools such as EnCase, FTK, Tableau, X-Ways, Cellebrite, Nuix, Brainspace, or RelativityOne
- Strong understanding of IT systems and infrastructure fundamentals
- Familiarity with the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM)
- Experienced with tools like Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint
- Skills in SQL and PowerShell scripting is desired
- Track record of solving complex issues, collaborating with clients, and troubleshooting during engagements
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Forensics, or a related discipline
- Certifications such as Certified Computer Examiner (CCE), EnCase Examiner (EnCE), or Access Data Examiner (ACE) are highly valued
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to engage diverse audiences
- Skilled in working within teams spread across different locations, maintaining effective communication
- Excellent interpersonal abilities
- Expertise in managing projects and organizing priorities
- Thrive under pressure, meeting tight deadlines while managing multiple competing tasks
- Demonstrated motivation to learn and succeed in the role
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally with little advance notice
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