ICAC Forensic Analyst (Appointed)

The LVMPD is an EEO employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Definition

The Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Forensic Analyst is assigned to the Digital Technology Section of the Digital Investigations Bureau and performs complex and extensive analytical work in support of criminal investigations using computer programs and systems. Forensic exams involve routine exposure to Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) and require forensic reports documenting CSAM pictures and/or videos contained on electronic devices to be used in prosecutions to prove suspects involvement in Child Sexual Exploitation cases. The ICAC Forensic Analyst will maintain updated training and certificates necessary to testify as an expert witness in criminal cases; is responsible for documenting and logging evidence examined; and ensuring CSAM materials are not removed from ICAC task force location without supervisory approval.

Distinguishing Characteristics
This position serves at the pleasure of the Sheriff and is not subject to the competitive requirements of the Civil Service Rules of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.

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• Experience: Three years of analytical or lead worker level experience addressing digital evidence digital forensics cybercrimes or related crimes. (Analytical work is defined as researching and collecting data breaking wholes into parts categorizing compiling and evaluating information for the purpose of making independent discretionary judgments and drawing conclusions based upon these judgments.)
• A bachelors or masters degree from an accredited college or university preferably in computer technology computer forensics digital forensics or a related field.
• Investigative technical and analytical experience including preparing and writing reports.
• Recent Digital Forensic experience.
• Recent experience conducting computer-related investigations in a law enforcement agency.
• Courtroom testimony experience.
• Certifications:
  • Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) or equivalent digital forensics certifications (i.e. SANS GIAC etc.):
• Experience in complex state and federal investigations.
• Security clearance or ability to obtain a security clearance.
• The ability toplan organize and/or conduct reviews and studies in cybercrimes digital forensics and criminal intelligence; conduct research and collect compile and analyze information from various sources.
• Experience preparing technical analytical and/or narrative reports and other written materials involving data interpretation feasibility analysis investigative analysis findings and recommendations; and the preparation of spreadsheets graphs charts associated matrices bulletins and other supporting documentation for inclusion in such reports.
• Experience with learning complex technical configurations and philosophies and adapting to change.
• Experience with performing complex documentation of written and digital communications preferably bi-lingual (English and Spanish).
• Experience in training and teaching others.
• Experience with delegating assigning and escalating tasks.
• Excellent verbal communication critical thinking and multi-tasking skills.
• Experiencewithretrieval redaction maintenance and release of information related to digital investigations.
• Worked in an assignment or job where confidentiality was strictly adhered to.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills and the ability to brief and update accordingly regardless of audience.

• Available to work varied shifts and RDOs.
• Subject to callout.
• Exposed to graphic crime scenes.
• Exposed to child sexual abuse material (CSAM) on a regular basis.

Conditions of Employment
In addition to the General Conditions of Employment found herethe following specific conditions of employment apply to this position:

1. Be a citizen/naturalized citizen or permanent resident alien without conditions on status of the United States of America by the closing date of the announcement.
2. Be at least 18 years old by the closing date of the announcement.
3. Participate in the LVMPD Mental Wellness Program.
4. Personal Appearance:While on duty and/or representing the Department uniformed or otherwise all Department employees will be neat and clean in their appearance in public. Employees are prohibited from attaching affixing or displaying objects articles or jewelry on or through the nose tongue eyebrow or other exposed body part except the ears for females while on duty. Employees are prohibited from stretching or gauging their earlobes. All jewelry implants will not be exposed or visible while on duty. Tattoos or branding will not be exposed or visible while on duty and/or representing the Department. Such markings must be covered by clothing. Markings that cannot be covered by clothing will be covered using neutral-toned bandages or patches except for hands neck head or face tattoos.Makeup is not permissible to cover a tattoo. Tattoos or branding anywhere on the body that promote racism/discrimination indecency extremist or supremacist philosophies lawlessness violence or contain sexually explicit material are prohibited.

Application Filing
Applications and resumesmust be submitted online and received by the posted closing date and time. Decisions on an applicants suitability for this position may be made solely on the information contained in the application and resumeand therefore should be filled out in their entirety.

Additional Selection Processes
The selection process is anticipated to take place on Thursday February 19 2026. If you successfully complete the above selection process you will undergo a thorough background investigation including a polygraph exam. A polygraph examination can be stressful and may affect existing medical or psychological conditions or ongoing treatment. Candidates are encouraged to consult with their personal physicians to discuss whether the polygraph will affect a condition or treatment and then follow the guidance of their medical professional.

The background investigation takes approximately 90 to 120 days to complete. You must also meet the LVMPD Hiring Standards. LVMPD employees participate in the Departments random drug screening process. For more information on the background process click a quick video or specific information.

Inquiries

Questions regarding the applicationprocess may be directed to:

• Lieutenant David Walker at

• AnalystRosanne Sorboro Steiner ator

Vision: The vision of LVMPD is for the Las Vegas community to be the safest community in America. This vision is realized by injecting humanity into every interaction and building trust with the citizens we serve.

Mission: The mission of the LVMPD is to provide exceptional police services in partnership with the community. Prioritizing the mental and physical well-being of employees enables our department to perform at exceptional levels and build meaningful relationships with community members.

Values: The acronym I CARE is the guiding principle for each and every LVMPD member. This acronym represents the values of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department: Integrity Courage Accountability Respect and Excellence. The values are supported by behaviors demonstrated by the actions of members as they live these values. All members are expected to represent the values of the LVMPD while in the workplace and off-duty.

EEO: The LVMPD is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments to the competitive service shall be made withoutregard to race color religion sex age disability sexual orientation national origin genetic information military serviceor political affiliation and shall be based on merit and fitness only.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: