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Forensic Computer Analyst SR

United States Postal Service

Richmond, CA

Onsite · Senior · Full-time · $128,740.00/yr - $178,390.00/yr

The Role

This position involves conducting complex forensic examinations of digital and multimedia evidence in support of criminal and administrative investigations. Responsibilities include analyzing evidence, producing detailed reports and exhibits, providing expert witness testimony in judicial proceedings, performing quality control reviews, and researching emerging forensic techniques and validation methods.

Skills & Experience

Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in a broad range of electronic search methods and forensic examination techniques, applying recognised scientific standards throughout. Experience producing court-ready reports and presenting technical findings to non-specialist audiences is essential, as is familiarity with proper evidence handling protocols and quality assurance practices.

Who It Suits

This role suits an experienced digital forensics professional comfortable operating independently on complex casework within a federal laboratory environment. Those with a background in expert witness testimony and a research-oriented mindset will thrive, as will analysts keen to contribute to the development of new forensic methodologies alongside their examination duties.

Typical advertised salary for Digital Forensics roles in United States: $90,000–$154,000 (median $120,000 — from 170 recent listings analysed by Forensic Focus).

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Listed: 2026-08-24