Forensics Analysis Lead
Parsons Corporation
Linthicum, MD
The Role
This position leads a team of cyber forensics professionals performing advanced host-based forensic analysis across Windows, Linux, and macOS operating systems. Day-to-day responsibilities include guiding artifact identification and interpretation, ensuring high-quality technical reporting, driving process improvements, and partnering with stakeholders to support critical mission objectives in a laboratory-accredited environment.
Skills & Experience
Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance and a GCFE or equivalent forensics certification. At least eight years of hands-on host-based forensic examination experience is required, alongside three or more years in a supervisory capacity. Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation, SOP development, internal audits, and quality assurance procedures is essential.
Who It Suits
This role suits a seasoned digital forensics practitioner ready to step confidently into a leadership position, combining deep technical expertise with people management and mentorship skills. Those who enjoy shaping team culture, improving workflows, and operating within a structured, mission-driven defensive cyber operations environment will thrive here.
Typical advertised salary for Digital Forensics roles in United States: $92,000–$154,000 (median $122,000 — from 221 recent listings analysed by Forensic Focus).
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Certifications mentioned: GCFE — find training for these on the DFIR Training Finder.