Principal, Digital Forensics
Control Risks
New York, NY
The Role
This position leads delivery of digital forensics and eDiscovery engagements for law firm and corporate clients, spanning data collections, forensic analysis, chain-of-custody documentation, evidence handling, expert reporting, and expert witness testimony. The role also carries responsibility for business development and managing the US and Mexico forensics team across a global portfolio.
Skills & Experience
Candidates must bring hands-on expertise with industry-standard forensics tools and workflows, deep knowledge of the digital forensics lifecycle, and experience producing affidavits, declarations, and expert witness testimony. Strong project management, client-facing skills, and familiarity with international markets and litigation support are essential.
Who It Suits
This role suits an experienced forensics professional ready to move into a principal-level position that blends technical authority with leadership and client development. Those with a background spanning forensic investigations, eDiscovery, and consulting — and who are comfortable driving revenue and mentoring junior practitioners — will thrive here.
Typical advertised salary for Digital Forensics roles in United States: $90,000–$154,000 (median $122,000 — from 207 recent listings analysed by Forensic Focus).
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