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# Digital Forensics Analyst

- **Company:** The Cybersecurity Initiative, Inc.
- **Location:** Fresno, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $75,000.0 - $125,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, User Authentication, Cyber Security, Computer Forensics, Data Recovery, Digital Forensics, File Systems, Forensic Toolkit, Information Technology, Encase, Network Server
- **Published:** September 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/426c2e5e-0cd0-4c27-819a-386a915222f2/digital-forensics-analyst

## About the Role

* Experience conducting digital forensic examinations, including evidence collection, preservation, imaging, processing, and analysis.
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 * Strong understanding of Windows forensic artifacts, file systems, user activity, authentication records, and system timelines.
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 * Experience analyzing endpoints, servers, cloud platforms, mobile devices, or other digital evidence sources.
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 * Ability to identify, correlate, and interpret forensic artifacts across multiple data sources.
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 * Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to develop supportable conclusions from technical evidence.
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 * Ability to document investigative findings clearly and explain technical conclusions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
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 * Understanding of evidence handling, chain-of-custody, and defensible forensic documentation.
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 * Experience with forensic tools such as EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Cellebrite, Magnet AXIOM, Volatility, or similar platforms is beneficial.
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 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is preferred.
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 * Relevant certifications such as GCFE, GCFA, EnCE, CFCE, CCE, or comparable digital forensic certifications are beneficial.

## Description

The analyst will work with evidence from endpoints, servers, cloud platforms, mobile devices, and other digital sources. Day-to-day responsibilities include forensic imaging, artifact analysis, timeline development, log review, file system analysis, data recovery, and examination of user and system activity., The role also includes preparing clear investigative reports, maintaining chain-of-custody and case documentation, supporting matters involving legal counsel and litigation, and presenting technically sound findings based on the available evidence.


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