Digital Forensic Extraction Lead
Spry Methods, Inc.
Linthicum, MD
The Role
This position directs forensic imaging and extraction operations within a government cyber forensics laboratory, supervising staff who acquire evidence from hard drives, mobile devices and IoT equipment, managing lab workflows, validating tools, and ensuring rigorous chain-of-custody documentation throughout.
Skills & Experience
Requires TS/SCI eligibility, certification such as DFE, GCFE or EnCE, seven years of digital forensics experience including acquisition and imaging, plus at least three years supervising forensic teams and validating imaging tools and write-blockers.
Who It Suits
Suited to an experienced forensic practitioner ready to move into a leadership position, comfortable managing laboratory personnel, liaising with government stakeholders, and maintaining strict evidentiary and procedural standards.
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 · EnCE — find training for these on the DFIR Training Finder.