Digital Forensic Examiner

JOB DESCRIPTION

At the FBI, we don’t just hire talent—we build it from the ground up. We're seeking exceptional individuals ready to enhance their technical proficiency and contribute effectively to their teams.

The digital forensic examiner role is crucial. You’ll be responsible for conducting forensic analysis on digital evidence collected from crime scene investigations. Your expertise comprises a wide range of computer forensics tools and methodologies deployed in various settings.

When urgent situations demand immediate attention, digital forensic examiners are there to provide their invaluable support. You excel at evidence collection, using your attention to detail to ensure the integrity of the investigation process. From initial data collection to report generation, you are adept at every phase, always striving to outpace emerging threats by pushing the boundaries of your skills.

The FBI is proud to be a multigenerational agency committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from every background, culture, and perspective belong, succeed, and realize their full potential. With the FBI’s specialized training and professional development courses, working at the Bureau will help you become more efficient, improve your skillset, and advance your career.

Forge your path. Apply today.

HOW TO APPLY

STEP 1: Click on the “Apply” button to be directed to the FBIJobs Careers website.

STEP 2: Click the “Start” button to begin. You will be prompted to either sign in to continue or register with FBIJobs if you don’t already have an account.

STEP 3: Follow the step-by-step process to submit your interest. You will be guided through each step. You must complete all sections of the form AND ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE ATTACHED to successfully submit your interest.

1. Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates.
2. Other supporting documents:

• College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement.
• Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later.
• Please see instructions on the site for attaching documents.

SALARY LEVEL

Pay level for this position:

• GS 7–12: $41,966.00–$96,770.00

Salary shown is the base salary for the grade levels. Salary is also commensurate with professional experience.

DUTIES

• Plan, coordinate, and direct forensic science activities, including expert examinations, reporting of results, training, and research that involve all aspects of digital evidence.
• Inventory, examine, retrieve, and perform comprehensive technical analyses of digital evidence without altering the original.
• Prepare crime-scene evidence for examination.
• Serve as technical consultant by providing up-to-date training in computer examinations detailing the latest technology, supporting information, and reviews of new products to agents, federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies.
• May be required to testify in court as to the procedures and methods used to obtain data.
• Prepare and furnish authoritative oral and written reports on opinions and findings to stakeholders within the law enforcement community.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must have (or be able to obtain) a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Clearance.
• Must be willing to travel as required.
• Must meet the FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

• Candidates must have a bachelor’s or higher from a U.S.-accredited college or university and at least 24 college level semester hours in one or more related disciplines.

OR

• Four (4) years of full-time experience working as either a technician or forensic examiner (consistent with FBI digital evidence program definitions) within a digital evidence facility that supports criminal investigations and has an external accreditation or internal quality assurance framework.

All degrees must be verified by submitting college transcripts.

The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other nonmerit factors.

Salary : $41,966 - $96,770