Hello,
I am currently trying to find work in the UK or America. I am more than happy to work for free for an extended period of time. I have nearly completed a degree in Computer Forensics learning skills ranging from legal aspects of the field, to physical memory analysis. Software I can use include Encase, FTK, NetAnalysis, Memoryze, Volatility, Winhex, Helix, CD/DVD Inspector, and enjoy C programming. I have experience with windows 98, XP, Vista and Ubuntu. I also have skills relating to network security and data encryption.
Please feel free to message me your contact details and I will forward my cv and cover letter.
Thank you.
Hear, hear!!!
The industry needs more of your spirit and integrity. In the U.S., forensic folks with skill AND integrity are a rare breed. At first, it may be difficult to avoid the snakes. Believe in yourself, trust your gut, and don't let the Old Boys' networks break you.
Zoidberg, kudos and good luck to you! Yours is the most remarkable, thought-provoking post I've ever read on this site.
Good luck; I'm sure you'll get what you want sooner or later.
I know it's tiresome for this to be pointed out, but please check your spelling and grammar before asking for employment opportunities. An eye for detail and presentation skills are always important and especially so in this field.
In the U.S., forensic folks with skill AND integrity are a rare breed
Not sure a lot of people are going to like that comment p
On the real topic, lots of people do the 'imaging tech' route into the job, ie start off doing the acquisitions and quickly move onto the full investigations, so it may be worth taking any job as a foot in the door and moving up.
Rich
touching on a previous point, you will treble your chances of finding work if you have a CV with correct spelling etc.
I have just appointed a student on a one year placement and 80% of the CVs I received went into the bin as they failed this first basic test,
"I didn't get where I am today by applying for jobs with CVs that had poor grammer and spelling mistakes" (sorry, in joke for my middle aged UK colleagues)
best of luck with your efforts
Thank you for your kind words. I agree about my cv and I had someone check it over for spelling mistakes. Actually I had a second interview with a well known company today which went well. They got me back to test my skills using Encase. The company has police contracts so I will take the job, if offered. I made this thread just "encase".
At the first interview I got a slapped wrist for saying minimum wage would be acceptable!
"At the first interview I got a slapped wrist for saying minimum wage would be acceptable"
Don't be hesitant to ask what you think your skills can be valued at. It's great that you show such enthusiasm to "dive in" and work at any cost but prospective employers will always have in the back of their mind that they will get what they pay for.
There is the anecdote that if you put a couch in front of your house with a sign that says "FREE" it will sit there forever. If the sign says "$50 or best offer" you will sell it in a few days.
Is there anywhere in your area that you could work as an intern? Granted its free, but gives the understanding that you are getting real world experience for free. Or maybe offer pro bono consulting?
"At the first interview I got a slapped wrist for saying minimum wage would be acceptable"
Don't be hesitant to ask what you think your skills can be valued at. It's great that you show such enthusiasm to "dive in" and work at any cost but prospective employers will always have in the back of their mind that they will get what they pay for.
There is the anecdote that if you put a couch in front of your house with a sign that says "FREE" it will sit there forever. If the sign says "$50 or best offer" you will sell it in a few days.
Is there anywhere in your area that you could work as an intern? Granted its free, but gives the understanding that you are getting real world experience for free. Or maybe offer pro bono consulting?
A fair point I'll keep in mind.
So far I've just been shipping cv's out with cover letters, so no intern ships. I might tweak the cv to include opinions on matters such as security, instead of just a set of skills, background etcetera.
Thanks for the help though.
Greetings,
I'm not certain that offers to work for free will be well received unless the position is specifically an internship or pro bono position. The cliche "you get what you pay for" hangs out in the back of our minds, like it or not. It might also be seen as a sign of desperation and desperation and legally sensitive matters aren't a good combination.
I'd look for a formal internship position, or entry level positions with a real salary or hourly wage. Your passion is very much appreciated and if you couch it in different terms you might find some very receptive people. For example "I'm really passionate about forensics and would appreciate the opportunity to contribute to your company in this area while growing within the firm" sounds better than "I'll work for free."
-David
Agree with kovar on this one.
Wouldn't really go near someone (not that I'm in a position to do so) who is announcing they will work for free.