Associate Principal/Digital Forensics (Forensic Services practice)
Charles River Associates
Chicago, IL
The Role
This position leads digital forensic investigations supporting corporate clients and counsel, particularly in trade secret theft matters. Duties include directing onsite data collection, analyzing MacOS, iOS, Android, Windows and Linux devices, performing mobile extractions, remediating data, and providing expert witness testimony when required.
Skills & Experience
Requires 7-10+ years in digital forensics, cyber intrusion investigation or incident response, with deep knowledge of MacOS artifacts, APFS/HFS+/FAT/NTFS file systems, and both open-source and commercial forensic tools. Experience as a testifying expert and team leader is essential.
Who It Suits
Ideal for a seasoned digital forensics professional ready to take on leadership responsibilities, including team supervision, client management, business development, and mentoring, within a consulting environment focused on litigation and corporate investigations.
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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