Computer Forensic Crime Analyst

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About the Position

The Computer Forensic Crime Analyst performs digital forensic examinations of computers and related media in order to develop evidence in support of criminal investigations.

About the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office:
Do you possess integrity, strong interpersonal skills, and do you have a desire to serve your community? The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) invites you to become part of Arizona's leading law enforcement agency. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team with a variety of openings for Civilian, Detention and Sworn personnel. We come together as a team to support and provide public safety. We are OneMCSO - become one with us!

Compensation is more than a salary with MCSO:

• Growth and stability since 1871

• Choice of three medical plans - starting as low as $70/month

• Holidays - 10/year + 1 personal day

• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System

• Paid sick and parental leaves (birth/adoption)

• 10% discount at KinderCare facilities in the Valley and upcomingMCKids Club to serve County employees and their families exclusively

• MCSO Mentoring program to provide personal and professional growth opportunities for all employees.

• Access to free County gyms

• Learn more at Benefits Overview

Position Qualifications

We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications:

Education

• Associate degree in a Computer Science or related field.

Experience

• Three (3) years of experience in a computer related field.

OR

Combined education and experience qualifications

• Other combinations of education or experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year for year basis. Certification or training directly related to the field of computer forensics may substitute for years of experience on a case by case basis.

Other requirements

• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire.
• Training that may be provided on-the-job: FEMA NIMS - IS100 and 700; Safety; Payroll; PREA.
• Prior to hiring, the Sheriff's Office requires that all candidates pass an extensive background review.

Our Preferred Candidate has

• Previous experience working in a Law Enforcement environment.
• One year or more of experience in conducting computer or mobile device forensics.
• Experience working in non-Windows operating systems, such as macOS, iOS, and Linux.
• Vendor-specific certifications in digital forensic tools, including Magnet/Axiom, Cellebrite, and Berla iVe.
• Working knowledge of basic Microsoft products such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• IACIS (International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists) or SANS (SysAdmin, Audit, Network and Security) or equivalent accredited certification.

Essential Job Tasks

• Assists all MCSO personnel in the seizure of computer and related high technology storage devices.
• Performs forensic searches and analysis of information stored on computers and external storage media including information that is hidden, encrypted, and deleted.
• Presents evidence to investigators, and testifies in court regarding evidence found, including the methodology used to recover evidence.
• Receives, inventories, and accounts for physical evidence submitted for examination.
• Determines the most appropriate method of searching for and recovering information.
• Performs exact, bit-by-bit duplications of computer hard drives and related storage media both in the MCSO lab, and on-site, utilizing a variety of software and techniques.
• Determines the type of information to be investigated, in cooperation with investigators.
• Maintains technical proficiency based on current law enforcement guidelines.
• Prepares written report of forensic examination findings to include procedures used and evidence located.
• Works with investigators and prosecutors to assist in the preparation of search warrants, investigative information, and cases for court purposes, which includes high technology electronics equipment.
• Testifies in court regarding evidence recovered on computers and related storage media.
• Researches legal issues and case law as it relates to computer forensics.
• Maintains good attendance to perform tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

(This is not an all-inclusive list of all job duties that may be required; employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.)

Working Conditions

Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

The following environments described are only representative of how the essential job tasks are currently performed or envisioned. As such, in order to accommodate a disability or limitation, the essential job tasks may be performed in ways other than described on these pages.

Work occurs primarily indoors. Tasks require sitting, standing, walking, and ability to distinguish colors and perceive shapes. Position requires working a flexible schedule including extended hours and call outs and occasional travel for training purposes.

Work environment

• Indoors
• Rarely outdoors, in temperatures above 90 degrees, or below 40 degrees
• Frequently in a confined area
• Conditions may rarely include exposure to chemicals/fumes, confined area, stairs or ladders, dim lighting, bright lighting, exposure to contagious diseases

Physical environment

• Sitting, standing, walking
• Driving a vehicle
• Speaking, hearing, seeing, reading
• Distinguishing colors
• Bending and kneeling
• Reaching, twisting, climbing, crawling, crouching, balancing
• Wearing protective gear
• Precise dexterity
• Lifting floor to waist twenty-five (25) lbs.
• Lifting waist to shoulder twenty-five (25) lbs.
• Lifting shoulder to overhead twenty-five (25) lbs.
• Carrying twenty-five (25) lbs. a distance of 100 feet
• Pushing/pulling fifty (50) lbs. a distance of 100 feet

Social environment

• Traumatic subject matter
• High volume of work
• Handling multiple or complicated tasks
• Accuracy
• Decision making
• Concentration/vigilance
• Conditions frequently include interruptions, time pressures, unscheduled tasks, frequently changing tasks, teamwork, working in close physical proximity with others, public contact, overtime/rotating shifts
• Conditions may rarely include emergencies, dangerous environment, isolation

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Recovering and examining information stored on computers and external storage media, including hidden, encrypted, and deleted data.

Skill in

• Using a variety of software and techniques to duplicate and examine computer hard drives and external media storage.

Ability to

• Simplify and express complex technical concepts both verbally and in writing.
• Work well with people from different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience in a team environment.
• Successfully complete law enforcement computer forensics training.
• Adhere to MCSO policy and procedures.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

The Maricopa County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates considered to be the most highly qualified. Those selected will be assessed based on the evaluation of listed education and experience. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a list provided by Human Resources.

All offers of employment made to new hires and rehires at Maricopa County are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment thorough background investigation. A background investigation is conducted on a current employee who changes to a Safety Sensitive Position or one having the potential for serious adverse impact on the integrity or efficiency of the County. These requirements do not pertain to employees of elected officials who undergo background investigation processes administered through their respective offices.

Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate up to the midpoint of the range, based on relevant experience, internal equity, and budgetary allowances.

Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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