Digital Forensics Investigator
City of Vancouver
Vancouver, WA
The Role
This position supports law enforcement by collecting, preserving, processing, and presenting digital evidence across a range of criminal investigations, with a focus on violent crimes and internet crimes against children. Day-to-day work includes writing detailed reports, assisting prosecutors with trial preparation, testifying in court, and attending crime scenes and search warrant executions.
Skills & Experience
Candidates must demonstrate strong technical expertise in computer forensics and digital evidence handling. The role requires the ability to produce thorough investigative reports, communicate findings clearly in court, and serve as a subject-matter expert within a law enforcement environment. Relevant forensic certifications would strengthen an application.
Who It Suits
This role suits an experienced digital forensics professional who thrives in a public safety environment and is committed to supporting victims and delivering justice. Someone comfortable with both laboratory analysis and fieldwork, who can communicate complex technical findings to legal professionals, will be well positioned to succeed here.
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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