What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forensics Analyst 2 (Security Clearance Required) position at DCCA?
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Forensics Analyst Skill Level 2
Candidate must have an active TS/SCI with Poly to be considered
Key Tasks:
- Serves as a Cyber Forensics Analyst responsible for conducting detailed digital forensics, host-based analysis, including imaging, digital media processing, and memory capture and data log analysis. Locates and identifies digital evidence. Extracts and carves files from collected evidence. Analyzes intrusion techniques and tradecraft. Assists in root cause and attribution analysis. Identifies, collects, and analyzes relevant host-based artifacts. Maintains cyber hygiene of forensic media and analysis environment. Supports chain of custody throughout incident lifecycle. Configures and utilizes virtualized and/or forensics computer system environments.
Required Skills:
- Two (2) years of demonstrated experience using at least two forensic tool suites similar to EnCase, Sleuthkit, FTK, X-WAYS, REKALL, or Axiom.
- Three (3) years of demonstrated experience working on Windows and Linux operating systems as a Systems administrator or in Software Development and Information Technology Systems (DevOps).
Qualifications:
- Two (2) years of demonstrated experience as a Cyber Forensics Analyst in programs of similar scope, type and complexity is required.
- Requires DoD 8570 compliance with CSSP Incident Responder baseline certification, Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II or Level III certification, and Computing Environment (CE) certification. The CE certification requirements can be fulfilled with either Microsoft OS, Cent OS/Red Hat OS CE certifications.
- Requires Global Information Assurance Certification Forensic Analyst (GCFA) or Global Information Assurance Certification Forensic Examiner (GCFE).
COVID Safety Requirements
DCCA is committed to the safety of our workforce and customers, adhering to COVID-19 Safety Protocols as required by the company, our customers and the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force. Some customer facilities require all employees to provide proof of vaccination status as a condition of employment, subject to approved medical or religious accommodations. Mask wearing and frequent COVID testing/attestation may also be required.
DCCA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.