The Bronx District Attorney’s Office is seeking a well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds reflect an ability to serve the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community and pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice.

The Digital Forensics Laboratory, which falls within the Strategic Innovations Division, provides support for the Bronx District Attorney’s Office by forensically analyzing various types of digital evidence including mobile devices like smartphones and tablets, desktop and laptop computers, portable storage devices, as well as providing support in a variety of technology-related areas. The Junior Digital Forensic Examiner (JDFE) is responsible for securing, documenting, and preserving electronic evidence, and utilizing forensically sound methods and procedures, in support of criminal investigations. Additionally, the JDFE is responsible for performing data extractions on a variety of devices including cell phones, computers, external drives, cameras, DVRs, and other systems.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform evidence intake functions and serve as the primary caretaker of digital evidence maintained by the Digital Forensics Laboratory.

Prepare case evidence documentation, label and photograph incoming evidence, generate chain of custody documentation, and prepare case files in the Lab’s case tracking system.

Conduct periodic audits of evidence and equipment and generate associated reports.

Utilize forensic knowledge and best practices to prepare forensic images of computers, external hard drives, and other storage media.

Utilize forensic knowledge and best practices to perform data extractions on mobile devices, including cell phones and tablets.

Disassemble, configure and troubleshoot computer and/or mobile device hardware.

Testify at grand jury, hearings, trial or other proceedings regarding performance of duties.

Perform equipment validation and performance verification of Laboratory tools including hardware writeblockers, disk imagers, and other forensic software.

Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary to support the 24/7 nature of the Lab.

Perform other tasks as needed for the Digital Forensics Laboratory and its personnel.


QUALIFICATIONS:


Bachelor’s Degree Required (preferably in Computer Forensics, Computer Science, Computer Security, or Information Security)

Experience/skill in working with databases and scripting languages strongly preferred (please note on cover letter)

Readiness to learn about and adapt to rapid changes in technology and computer forensics best practices

Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with Lab Personnel to manage multiple cases

Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively in a team-oriented environment

Ability to follow direction and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Word and Excel

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.