Digital Forensics Analysts
Conduct investigations on computer-based crimes establishing documentary or physical evidence, such as digital media and logs associated with cyber intrusion incidents. Analyze digital evidence and investigate computer security incidents to derive information in support of system and network vulnerability mitigation. Preserve and present computer-related evidence in support of criminal, fraud, counterintelligence, or law enforcement investigations.
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Job Zone
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, conservation scientists, art directors, and cost estimators.
Technology Skills
Operating system software
- Apple iOS
- Apple macOS
- Bash
- Microsoft Windows Server
Cloud-based data access and sharing software
- Platform as a service PaaS
- Slack
Object or component oriented development software
- C#
- Oracle Java
- Perl
- R
Network monitoring software
- AccessData FTK
- Cisco Systems Cisco NetFlow Collection Engine
- Snort
- Wireshark
Development environment software
- Go
- Microsoft Azure software
- Microsoft PowerShell
- Ruby
Transaction security and virus protection software
- Metasploit
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus
- OpenVAS
- Tenable Nessus
Data base user interface and query software
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Microsoft Access
- ServiceNow
- Structured query language SQL
Web platform development software
- Hypertext markup language HTML
- JavaScript
- PHP
- Security assertion markup language SAML
Program testing software
- Kali Linux
- MITRE ATT&CK software
- System testing software
Enterprise application integration software
- Enterprise application integration EAI software
- Extensible markup language XML
Office suite software
- Google Workspace software
- Microsoft Office software
Internet directory services software
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Network directory services software
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel
Geographic information system
- Geographic information system GIS systems
Filesystem software
- Computer forensic software
Authentication server software
- Single sign-on SSO
Configuration management software
- IBM Terraform
Application server software
- Kubernetes
Enterprise system management software
- Splunk Enterprise
Expert system software
- Ansible software
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
- Management information systems MIS
Network security or virtual private network VPN management software
- Intrusion detection system IDS
Transaction server software
- Web server software
Network security and virtual private network VPN equipment software
- Firewall software
Graphical user interface development software
- Graphical user interface GUI design software
Analytical or scientific software
- Guidance Software EnCase Enterprise
Presentation software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Storage networking software
- Amazon Simple Storage Service S3
Switch or router software
- Border Gateway Protocol BGP
Detailed Work Activities
- Examine records or other types of data to investigate criminal activities.
- Write reports or evaluations.
- Recommend changes to improve computer or information systems.
- Analyze security of systems, network, or data.
- Analyze traffic data.
- Compile technical information or documentation.
- Develop technical methods or processes.
- Enter codes or other information into computers.
- Establish operational policies.
- Identify information technology project resource requirements.
- Maintain computer equipment or software.
- Maintain knowledge of laws or regulations.
- Maintain records, documents, or other files.
- Monitor the security of digital information.
- Plan production or operational procedures or sequences.
- Provide recommendations to others about computer hardware.
- Record images needed to address work issues.
- Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.
- Translate information for others.
- Write computer programming code.
Work Styles
A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.
A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on ways to accomplish work.
A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.
A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.
A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.
A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.
A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.
A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
Reference
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