Senior Forensic Technical Analyst (Top Secret Required)

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is a dynamic and rapidly growing government contractor committed to delivering innovative IT solutions that address the mission-critical needs of our government clients. Through the expertise and dedication of our talented team we provide cutting-edge technology services designed to achieve success and exceed expectations.

At DVS we prioritize our employees as our greatest asset. We offer competitive compensation comprehensive medical benefits a 401(k) match generous PTO accrual professional development reimbursement corporate-funded technology certifications and robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.

Job Title: Senior Forensic Technical Analyst

Location: Dahlgren VA (on-site)

Clearance Required: Top Secret (T5 investigation required)

Certification Requirement: IAM IAT or IASAE Level I (position-based) per DoD 8570.1M

Additional Certification: GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE) required within 90 days of contract award

Position Overview

The Senior Forensic Technical Analyst is responsible for performing highly advanced forensic analysis and confidential reporting on both unclassified and classified computers networks peripherals and associated entities. This role provides support across software hardware mobile and wireless environments and ensures effective forensic examination and technical reporting in support of organizational security policy and legal requirements.

The Senior Analyst will review interpret and execute work based on user and functional requirements overseeing the development and delivery of detailed forensic examination reports. This role functions independently and may supervise or mentor junior analysts.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive forensic examinations on classified and unclassified systems digital devices networks and peripherals.
• Perform software hardware wireless and mobile forensic investigations and support.
• Develop and deliver detailed forensic examination reports with accuracy confidentiality and clarity.
• Interpret submitted documentation including user and functional requirements to determine forensics needs and scope of work.
• Develop insights and recommended actions based on forensic findings.
• Review edit and format Security Office publications for compliance with policies and guidelines.
• Provide expertise in risk management processes cyber threats vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies.
• Conduct packet-level analysis and support contingency and recovery planning for network infrastructures.
• Display technical comprehension of system dependencies hardware/software component requirements and operational impact.
• Support cyber initiatives involving cloud security across private public multi-cloud and hybrid environments.
• Work autonomously and support or oversee junior forensic analysts as required.

Required Qualifications

• IAM IAT or IASAE Level I certification (per DoD 8570.1M)
• Ability to obtain GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE) certification within 90 days of contract award
• Six (6) years of experience providing forensic software hardware and wireless support including mobile forensic examination
• Demonstrated experience performing packet-level network analysis and infrastructure contingency and recovery planning
• Knowledge of:
  • Cybersecurity principles threats and vulnerabilities
  • Computer networking concepts network security methodologies
  • Cloud service and deployment models (private public multi-cloud hybrid)
  • Risk management and mitigation techniques

Preferred Education

• Masters degree in Cybersecurity Computer Science Electrical Engineering Electronics Engineering Mathematics with a computer science focus or related discipline - or equivalent professional experience

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Physical and Mental Qualifications:

• Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours.
• Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk utilizing a computer mouse and keyboard.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong command of the English language.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes.
• Possess strong organizational skills attention to detail business correspondence proficiency and self-management capabilities.
• Perform the essential functions of the role satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities upon request.
• Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by DirectViz Solutions (DVS).

DirectViz Solutions LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer who prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment based on race sex (including pregnancy) age gender identity creed religion national origin sexual orientation marital status genetic information disability political affiliation protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.

DVS has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment threats coercion discrimination and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246 Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.

Required Experience:

Senior IC