IT Forensic Scientist

At Lifescale Analytics, we help achieve data-driven decisions by leveraging strategic technologies to create innovative solutions that ultimately help our clients to navigate their ever-changing data landscape. We have an opportunity for a Forensic Scientist. This role offers remote support; however, candidates based in Raleigh, NC will be given preference. Relocation expenses are not covered by the employer or client. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys working with cutting-edge digital forensic technologies, solving complex problems in cybersecurity, and contributing to high-profile investigative efforts. Lifescale Analytics is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented forensic scientist to join their dynamic team.

Applicants responding to this position must be a US Citizen and will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information. The candidate must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years.

The Employer will not sponsor applicants for any employment visas, at hiring or in the future, including but not limited to H-1B visas. Corp-to-Corp or subcontract personnel will not be considered for this position.

Job Requirements/Description – include but not limited to:

• Perform in-depth forensics examinations of computers and other electronic devices. The investigator will use a variety of digital forensics tools to conduct forensic examination activities including assisting in the analysis of network, computer and other devices which may contain digital evidence.
• Must demonstrate a solid understanding of dead box and network forensics with an aptitude for memory forensics.
• Provide knowledge in computer and network forensics.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments/penetration tests of information systems.
• Develops, researches and maintains proficiency in tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trend in computer and network vulnerabilities, data hiding, and encryption.
• Identifies, deters, monitors, and investigates computer and network intrusions.
• Provide computer forensic support to high technology investigations in the form of evidence seizure, computer forensic analysis, and data recovery.
• Additional requirements as needed.

Required skills:

• Extensive experience (7 years) in information security operations and/or related IT operational functions
• Knowledge of Splunk, Sentinel One, and Magnet Forensics preferred.
• Solid understanding of forensic tools and techniques used in computer and network investigations.
• Proficiency in conducting network forensics, vulnerability assessments, and penetration tests.
• Knowledge of memory forensics and data recovery practices.
• Ability to identify, monitor, and investigate cyber intrusions in computer networks.

Additional Provisions:

• Must be able to obtain a Position of Public Trust Clearance
• Pass a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check.
• All candidates must be a US Citizen or permanent status Green Card holder.
• Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)
• The enforced dress code is business casual, i.e., collared shirt with slacks for men, no skirts above the knee for women.
• Max Salary - $80K/year benefits

Education:

• Bachelor degree in an information technology discipline

Certifications: (One or more required)

• CompTIA Net
• CompTIA A
• CompTIA Security
• CPTE - Certified Penetration Testing Engineer or CEH - Certified Ethical Hacker
• GCIA: GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst

Who we are:

Lifescale Analytics, a small business that provides specialized expertise in data and analytics. Formed in 2012, the Lifescale Analytics team has years of experience providing a spectrum of customized data management services and solutions including Data Management/Analytics, Big Data Solutions, Cloud Services, Business Intelligence, and Data Science that focus on building strong portfolios and programs. Through experience and innovation, we allow businesses, pharmaceutical companies, financial institutions, and government agencies to manage and proactively make decisions based on their biggest asset, their data. Our specialists are skilled at managing, refining, analyzing, or visualizing information for the specific purpose of increasing the value of IT to benefit from the data science industry. This job will be remote until the client decides to have employees report to the site.

For more information, please visit our website at www.lifescaleanalytics.com