Digital Forensic Analyst I

Job overview

The Digital Forensic Analyst I role is onsite in Chantilly, VA, with travel for on-site collection efforts. Compensation is $80,000–$120,000 per year. The analyst supports Contact Government Services’ Forensics Department, which works on government challenges using technology. The analyst preserves and collects mobile-device and cloud-stored data and performs forensic analysis to support client matters. The role coordinates with legal and client IT teams, maintains forensic tools and procedures, and protects evidence integrity through chain-of-custody practices and quality checks.

What you'll do

• Perform forensic data collection and basic analysis onsite and remotely
• coordinate with legal teams and client IT departments to scope projects
• maintain forensic tools and track updates
• collaborate on deadline-driven projects
• help develop and document discovery procedures
• manage chain of custody
• follow standard operating procedures
• quality-check work products before client delivery
• perform additional assigned duties, including general IT functions.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

digital forensic analyst i

digital forensics

mobile device data

cloud data

evidence collection

chain of custody

forensics department

chantilly va

contact government services

travel required

$80k–$120k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k), flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care, and commuting, paid time off, and state and federal holidays.

Why this role

The posting requires an undergraduate degree, at least one year of relevant experience, familiarity with forensic tools and device types, and regular short-notice travel; a valid passport is required for occasional international travel.

About the employer

Contact Government Services, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Testing Laboratories and Services. Sector: 54.