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Digital Forensics SME

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Summary

Senior digital forensics expert supporting federal law-enforcement investigations and cybercrime cases by analyzing digital evidence, developing forensic workflows, and ensuring court-admissible standards.

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In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.

Description of Task to be Performed:

You will provide advanced digital forensics expertise to federal law‑enforcement investigations, cybercrime cases, and operational missions. You’ll apply deep technical knowledge, investigative acumen, and sound operational judgment to drive complex forensic capabilities that strengthen national security.

In this role, you will operate as a senior member of a multidisciplinary investigative and cyber‑operations team, collaborating closely with forensic developers, cryptocurrency analysts, and mission engineers to shape technical decisions and elevate the team’s forensic capability

You will deliver high‑level analysis across specialized forensic applications, conduct functional systems analysis, design advanced capabilities and workflows, and prepare technical reports that support critical investigative needs. You’ll guide investigators through difficult digital‑evidence challenges, introduce new forensic methods, and help shape the technical direction of major cases requiring novel forensic capabilities.

You may independently lead forensic efforts, advise investigators, and contribute seasoned operational judgment to mission decisions. This position is ideal for a senior digital‑forensics practitioner who thrives at the intersection of forensic science, cyber operations, and mission‑focused innovation

Work location: Work is mostly remote, with occasional visits to customer and/or corporate locations in DC/Northern Virginia. Applicants who do not currently reside within commuting distance to these locations should describe how they would satisfy any onsite requirements. Remote status is subject to change at the customer’s direction, but is expected to continue.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure strict adherence to chain‑of‑custody, evidentiary handling protocols, and court‑admissible forensic standards.
  • Provide deep technical analysis supporting major‑case investigations.
  • Develop and deploy advanced forensic workflows to improve investigative effectiveness and mission readiness.
  • Lead the development of new forensic capabilities addressing emerging threats, digital exploitation methods, and evolving adversary tradecraft.
  • Research, evaluate, and integrate advanced forensic technologies, tools, and methodologies into operational environments.
  • Prepare detailed forensic reports, visualizations, presentations, and investigative documents suitable for legal and intelligence proceedings.
  • Train and mentor investigators, analysts, and mission partners on forensic methodology, digital‑evidence handling, and investigative best practices.
  • Develop, deliver, and lead formal training events for government and cross‑agency partners.
  • Contribute to forensic readiness, capability maturation, and mission‑focused innovation efforts.

Required Qualifications:

  • At least 5 years of relevant digital‑forensic experience supporting federal investigations, incident response, evidentiary workflows, and cross‑agency operations with extensive knowledge of field concepts, practices, and procedures.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Digital Forensics, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
  • Hands‑on expertise with mobile device forensics and computer forensics.
  • Demonstrated experience conducting memory forensics, disk forensics, or malware triage.
  • High proficiency with forensic platforms such as EnCase, AXIOM, X‑Ways, Cellebrite, or related enterprise tools.
  • Clear communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for a TS/SCI clearance. DHS Entry on Duty (EOD) suitability is required to begin support. Following EOD approval, candidates will be processed for, and must successfully obtain SCI.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least one digital‑forensic certification, such as:
  • Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE)
  • GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE)
  • EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE)
  • Additional forensic certifications (CFCE, GCFE, EnCE, CCME, GASF, GCFA).
  • Expertise in digital‑evidence handling, exploitation techniques, or advanced investigative workflows.
  • Experience with automation or scripting (Python, PowerShell) for forensic workflow enhancements.
  • Experience integrating forensic tools or developing new investigative capabilities.
  • Active DHS EOD suitability
  • Active DHS Secret or above clearance
Benefits
  • Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents
  • 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
  • 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance
  • 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
  • 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
  • Competitive Pay
  • Generous paid leave and holiday package
  • Tuition and training reimbursement
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
About AnaVation
AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.
If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!
AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

What this application asks

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Resume/CV, Full name, Email, Phone, Current location, Current company, LinkedIn URL, GitHub URL, Other website

  • Home address written answer
  • email written answer
  • Are you Legally Authorized to Work in the United States? In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire choose one · optional
  • Have you ever been granted security clearance by a U.S. Federal Government Agency? If yes, please state the level of clearance and Granting Agency Name. written answer
  • What is your expected salary range? written answer
  • EDUCATION: Please provided School Name, Dates Attended, Major, Degree Earned for all schools attended. written answer
  • EMPLOYMENT RECORD: List all employment experience, starting with the most recent or present employer, including US Military Service, and working back for the past three employers. Using a separate section for each position, describe in detail all work experience including periods of unemployment. Resumes may not be substituted in lieu of completing the following employment information. Please include Employer Name, Position Held, Dates of Employment. written answer
  • EMPLOYMENT RECORD: List all employment experience, starting with the most recent or present employer, including US Military Service, and working back for the past three employers. Please include Employer Name, Position Held, Dates of Employment. written answer · optional
  • EMPLOYMENT RECORD: List all employment experience, starting with the most recent or present employer, including US Military Service, and working back for the past three employers. Please include Employer Name, Position Held, Dates of Employment. written answer · optional
  • PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES: List three professional references (other than those listed as current/former supervisor) that we may contact: Please provide Name, Relationship, Phone Number and email. written answer
  • PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND INITIAL EACH PARAGRAPH BEFORE SIGNING I have disclosed all information that is relevant and should be considered applicable to my candidacy for employment. choose one · optional
  • I understand, where permissible under applicable state and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment drug screen and background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment to investigate my criminal background [, driving record][, credit history] and other matters related to my suitability for employment. choose one · optional
  • I hereby certify that the information given by me is true in all respects. I authorize AnaVation, LLC and its representatives to contact my prior employers and all others (with the exception of my current employer, only if I have marked “May we contact?” of this application as “No”) for the purpose of verification of the information I have supplied and release same from any liability resulting from the information released. I authorize employers, schools and other persons named on this application to provide any information or transcripts requested. choose one · optional
  • I understand employment with AnaVation, LLC is also contingent on my providing sufficient documentation necessary to establish my identity and eligibility to work in the United States. choose one · optional
  • I hereby certify that, if employed, my employment with AnaVation, LLC will not conflict with, or result in the violation of, breach of, or default under, any contract, agreement or understanding that I am a party to or am bound by, other than those I have disclosed in this application, if any. choose one · optional
  • I hereby certify that, if employed, my employment with AnaVation, LLC will not violate any non-solicitation, non-competition or other similar covenant or agreement I have with any of my prior employers, other than those I have disclosed in this application, if any. choose one · optional
  • I hereby certify that, if employed, I will report to my supervisor, a representative of HR or other member of management, if I am ever harassed or discriminated against by someone in the company or if I ever become aware of any unethical behavior by any employee. choose one · optional
  • I expressly understand and agree that, if employed, my employment, having no specified term, is based upon mutual consent and may be terminated at will, with or without cause, by either party (AnaVation, LLC or me) without prior notice to the other, unless otherwise prohibited by law. Additionally, I understand that no representation, whether oral or written, by any representative or agent of AnaVation, LLC, at any time, can constitute an implied or express contract of employment. I further understand no representative or agent of AnaVation, LLC has the authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make any change in any policy, procedure, benefit or other terms or condition of employment other than in a document signed by the Chief Executive Officer or an authorized representative. choose one · optional
  • I certify that all of the above information is true and complete, and I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify you from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination regardless of the time elapsed before discovery. Note: An offer of employment is conditioned upon complying with AnaVation, LLC's requirements including, but not limited to, signing a consent to conduct a background investigation. MY SIGNATURE IS EVIDENCE THAT I HAVE READ AND AGREE WITH THE ABOVE STATEMENTS._ Applicant's signature (selecting yes below is equivalent to a handwritten signature) choose one · optional
  • This position requires eligibility for a U.S. government security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Are you a U.S. citizen? choose one
  • Do you currently hold an Active U.S. Government Security Clearance choose one

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