Columbus Digital Forensic Analyst (FCS2) PN

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Position Specific Minimum Qualifications:

24 months training or 24 months experience in computer forensic acquisition & analysis (e.g. recovery of deleted or corrupted files password protected files encrypted files imaging & internet tracing).

AND

24 months training or 24 months experience conducting investigations of complaints felonies & possible violations of laws & rules or agency/company polices & procedures.


Job Skills: Forensics

Major Worker Characteristics:

Knowledge of: (1)computer science (2)investigative techniques laws & principles (3)statistical analysis (4)public relations (5)human relations (6)workers compensation laws & principles* (7)BWC policies & procedures* (8)BWC Special Investigations Department policies & procedures* (9)project management (10)computer hardware & software relating to completion of investigations (e.g. EnCase X-waysMagnet Axiom FTK) (11)operations research techniques (12)government structure & process relating to investigations of fraudulent activity (13)law enforcement which involved conducting investigations of complaints felonies & possible violations of laws & rules or agency/company policies & procedures (14)criminal intelligence data analysis (15)interviewing techniques (16)computer forensic acquisition & analysis;

Skill in: (1)use of a personal computer & peripheral equipment (e.g. printer external hard disk) (2)use of related investigative software (i.e. EnCase X-waysMagnet Axiom FTK)* (3)conducting investigations of complaints felonies & possible violations of laws & rules or agency/company policies & procedures (4)use of Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word Access Excel) (5)use of BWC software (e.g. Powersuite FMS)* (6)use of forensic tools (e.g. boot disk write blocker forensic recovery device) (7)use of surveillance equipment (e.g. digital camera etc.);

Ability to: (1)deal with many variables & determine specific course of action related to investigative process (2)interpret extensive variety of technical material in books journals & manuals (3)interview (4)use proper research methods in gathering data (5)gather collate & classify information about data people or things (6)use statistical analysis (7)draft &/or edit administrative policies procedures booklets &/or directives (8)prepare meaningful concise & accurate reports (9)develop complex reports & position papers (10)handle sensitive inquiries from internal & external customers (e.g. investigators law enforcement Attorney Generals office (11)prepare & deliver speeches before specialized audiences & general public (12)prepare & present evidentiary testimony at all levels of legal proceedings (13)assess immediate situations & make split second decisions (14)safely handle irate & dangerous citizens (15)recognize unusual or threatening conditions & take appropriate actions (16)define problems collect data establish facts & draw conclusions (17)comprehend & record figures accurately (18)add subtract multiply & divide whole numbers (19)calculate fractions decimals & percentages (20)work in isolation (21)complete routine forms.

(*) Developed after employment.

A Little About Us:
With roughly 1500 employees in seven offices across Ohio BWC is the state agency that cares for Ohio workers by promoting a culture of safety at work and at home and ensuring quality medical and pharmacy care is provided to injured workers.
For Ohio employers we provide insurance policies to cover workplace injuries and safety and wellness services to prevent injuries.

Our Culture:
BWC is a dynamic organization that offers career opportunities across many different disciplines. BWC strives to maintain an inclusive workplace. We begin by being an equal opportunity employer. Employees can participate in and lead employee work groups participate in on-line forums and learn about how different perspectives can improve leadership skills.

Our Vision:
To transform BWC into an agile organization driven by customer success.

Our Mission:
To deliver consistently excellent experiences for each BWC customer every day.

Our Core Values:
One Agency Personal Connection Innovative Leadership Relentless Excellence.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

EEO & ADA Statement:
The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees due to protected classes as defined in applicable federal law state law and any effective executive order.

The Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment opportunities pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. To request reasonable accommodations related to disability pregnancy or religion pleasecontact the ADA mailbox.

BWC OCSEA Selection Rights:
This position shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. BWC bargaining unit members have selection rights before non-bargaining unit members. All other applications will only be considered if an internal bargaining unit applicant is not selected for this position.

Salary Information:
Hourly wage is expected to be paid at step 1 of the pay range associated with the position for candidates who are new employees of the state. Current employees of the state will be placed in the appropriate step based on any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code.

Educational Transcripts:
For any educational achievements to be considered during the screening process you must at least attach an unofficial transcript that details the coursework you have completed.

All applicants must submit an Ohio Civil Service Application using the online Ohio Hiring Management System. Paper applications will not be accepted.

Background Check:

Prior to an offer of employment the final applicant will be required to sign a background check authorization form and undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

BWCs core hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm however daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across BWC departments. Most positions perform work on-site at one of BWCs seven offices across the state. BWC offers flex-time work schedules that allow an employee to start the day as early as 7:00am or as late as 8:30am. Flex-time schedules are based on operational need and require supervisor approval.

What Our Employees Have to Say:
BWC conducts an internal engagement survey on an annual basis. Some comments from our employees include:

• BWC has been a great place to work as it has provided opportunities for growth that were lacking in my previous place of work.
• I have worked at several state agencies and BWC is the best place to work.
• Best place to work in the state and with a sense of family and support.
• I love the work culture helpfulness and acceptance Ive been embraced with at BWC.
• I continue to be impressed with the career longevity of our employees their level of dedication to service pride in their work and vast experience. It really speaks to our mission and why people join BWC and then retire from BWC.

If you are interested in helping BWC grow please click this link to read more and then come back to this job posting to submit your application!

What Youll Be Doing:

Lead digital forensic investigations by developing and validating forensic tools methodologies and hardware/software configurations; conduct acquisitions preservation analysis and reporting electronic evidence from a wide range of devices and data sources.

Serve as a technical advisor to investigative teams by assisting with search warrant affidavits subpoenas cloud data requests and onscene warrant execution; build virtual environments or databases to support largescale case data review; and conduct interviews with involved parties.

Review case data from investigators internal departments prosecutors and external agencies to determine appropriate forensic strategies; prepare formal reports of findings and provide testimony in criminal or administrative proceedings as required.

Assist with conducting internal digital investigations by analyzing network logs workstation/server data access records and telecom data.