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Digital Forensics Analyst

This position is responsible for completing forensic examinations of digital media and validation testing of computer hardware and software. This position conducts forensic investigations into computer-related criminal activity including but not limited to the coordination and directing of forensic activities on computer-related equipment, networks, and information systems. This position is a technical consultant to federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. This position assists in the development and implementation of computer forensic training programs. This position conducts investigations involving Internet and other technologies specifically incidents involving exploitation of children, and possession/distribution of Child Sexually Abusive Materials (CSAM). This position provides courtroom testimony for complaints investigated by the Computer Crimes Unit (CCU) and/or the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. This position is a member of the ICAC Task Force. This position assists the ICAC Task Force Commander manage Internet Cyber Tips involving the exploitation of children. This position maintains servers and systems attached to the Forensic Local Area Network (FLAN) and the Undercover Local Area Network (UCLAN) of the CCU. This position is required to perform all duties in a bias-free manner.

Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree with 21 semester (32 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: digital forensics, computer science, information assurance, data processing, computer information, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, IT project management, or mathematics.

Experience: State Police Digital Forensics Analyst P11 - No specific type or amount is required. State Police Digital Forensics Analyst 12 - Two years of experience equivalent to a State Police Digital Forensics Analyst P11.

Alternate Education and Experience: The education and experience listed below may be substituted for the education requirement. Educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school and four years of experience equivalent to a database administrator, application programmer, information security analyst, systems administrator, or information technology technician; or educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school and two years of experience in digital forensics, including the analysis of digital information and physical evidence. OR Possession of an associate's degree with 16 semester (24 term) credits in digital forensics, computer science, information assurance, data processing, computer information, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, IT project management, or mathematics and two years of experience equivalent to a database administrator, application programmer, information security analyst, systems administrator, or information technology technician; or possession of an associate's degree with 16 semester (24 term) credits in digital forensics, computer science, information assurance, data processing, computer information, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, IT project management, or mathematics and one year of experience in digital forensics, including the analysis of digital information and physical evidence.

This position requires passing a pre-employment screening, including passing a drug screen, criminal history background check, and a fingerprint check by the Michigan State Police. Please attach a cover letter/memo, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. For qualification at the 12-level, an individual must be recognized by the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists as a Certified Forensic Computer Examiner, or possess an equivalent certification from a similar body (this certification is an international industry credential that validates the knowledge of law enforcement and investigative professionals with expertise in forensic examination of computer evidence). Some positions at the P11 and 12 levels may require other certifications, such as the Certified Electronic Evidence Collection Specialist, EnCase Certified Examiner, and AccessData Certified Examiner (ACE).

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