Digital Forensics Consultant (Onsite in San Francisco Lab)
Lighthouse
San Francisco, CA
The Role
This position involves collecting electronically stored information from computers, mobile devices, servers, cloud repositories, and other digital media, both on-site and remotely. Consultants conduct forensic analysis in support of investigations and litigation, prepare detailed written reports, and may provide expert testimony in court proceedings.
Skills & Experience
Candidates should be proficient in forensically sound data collection and analysis across a broad range of digital sources, including mobile devices, cloud platforms, and collaboration tools. Experience scoping forensic projects, estimating costs, and producing formal written reports and declarations is expected in this role.
Who It Suits
This role suits a methodical and experienced digital forensics professional who thrives in a structured laboratory environment and is comfortable engaging directly with clients and legal teams. Those who enjoy varied casework spanning investigations and litigation, and can commit to working on-site in San Francisco three to five days per week, will find it rewarding.
Typical advertised salary for Digital Forensics roles in United States: $90,000–$154,000 (median $120,000 — from 170 recent listings analysed by Forensic Focus).
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