Senior Consultant, Forensics

Over the course of 16 years, iDiscovery Solutions (iDS) has provided data centric solutions by leveraging process, tools, and experts in the areas of complex investigative and advisory services, domestic and international discovery issues, digital forensics, structured and unstructured data analytics, cyber, information governance, and expert testimony.

iDS has built a well-known footprint with offices in Washington, DC, Costa Mesa, CA, Alphretta, GA, and London, England. Additionally, we have employees who work remotely in cities across the country that will help lead you through the entire project, building customizations for your specific fact- scenario.

SENIOR CONSULTANT JOB INTRODUCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior Consultant is joining a collaborative team of forensics experts - some of the most talented in the industry - who are in Washington, DC and Costa Mesa, CA offices, and Atlanta, GA. This is a hybrid position requiring four (4) days a week in our Washington, DC office.

The Senior Consultant will be expected to be in the office contributing to the evidence and lab management responsibilities and project work in the areas of forensic data collections, data extraction, and analysis. As an experienced member of the team, we are looking for someone who possesses the traits, desire, and interest in mentoring and coaching junior team members.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Serve as a go-to resource for on-site and remote collections and analysis from a variety of electronic media, including desktops, laptops, cell phones, tablets, etc.
• Contribute to the organization's evidence management processes including staging, hygiene, disposition, and drive inventory
• Create and maintain appropriate documentation such as chain of custody and tasks in iDS' project management tool
• Lead contact for clients and project owners on the execution and delivering of data collection, analysis, and evidence
• Participate in pre-sales calls and scoping calls as the solutions architect
• Maintains inventory control procedures for all evidence and oversees the release, destruction, and subsequent paperwork of same
• Work as part of a team to provide technical solutions to automate processes and functions to improve data storage and retrieval processes

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in team and company meetings on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
• Submit timely and accurate timesheets in accordance with preset deadlines
• May be asked to perform other duties not listed in this job description as required by business needs.

Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with coursework in Digital Forensics, Data Analytics, or Computer Science; OR digital forensics experience commensurate with a senior consultant-level
• A minimum of 4 years of experience collecting and analyzing forensic data; professional services experience strongly preferred
• Advanced understanding and application of forensic tools such as EnCase, FTK, NUIX
• Proven ability to collect and analyze data from various media including: desktops, laptops, tablets, cell phones, social media, etc
• Proven track record of fostering individual and team growth through effective mentoring and coaching
• Experience maintainging consistent and appropriate documentation such as Chain of Custody (CoC) and tasks in project management tools.
• Certification preferred (e.g., EnCE, GCFE, CFCE, CCE)

Candidates Likely to Succeed

• Possess impeccable problem solving, reasoning and analytical skills with a solid understanding of core project management principles, particularly in providing litigation support services
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, effectively managing many details
• Ability to interact with diplomacy and tact while maintaining appropriate assertiveness and persistence
• Positive attitude with a desire and willingness to solve problems
• The ability to seek out answers in the absence of formal direction
• Flexibility regarding work schedule to meet position needs outside of regular business hours
• Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without an accommodation

Working Location & Conditions:

• Hybrid; In-office four (4) days a week
• Must be available to travel (local and non-local) when business needs require
• Home office should be a quiet and professional space that can be used for virtual meetings (that include video as needed) and maintain client confidentiality.

iDS prides itself on providing a comprehensive compensation package that includes base salary, charge-hour incentive program, and competitive benefits. The salary range for a Senior Consultant is $125,000 - $140,000 depending on experience. Consultants are eligible for a charge-hour incentive program (CHIP) bonus should you meet the utilization requirements. iDS offers a robust PPO health care plan where the company contributes 75% of the premium. More details will be provided during the interview process.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of job functions, responsibilities, or requirements

iDS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.