Digital Media Forensics SME

Leidos

Odenton, MD

Onsite · Lead/Principal · Full-time

The Role

This position involves conducting comprehensive digital media forensic examinations, including evidence acquisition, imaging, analysis, and reporting in support of national security missions. Day-to-day work spans on-site and off-site investigations, maintaining chain-of-custody integrity, developing advanced forensic workflows, mentoring junior analysts, and delivering training to government and mission partners.

Skills & Experience

Candidates require deep expertise in full-spectrum digital forensics, cyber operations, and evidence handling in line with legal and operational standards. Experience with forensic tool evaluation and integration is essential, alongside a strong grounding in operational security practices. Relevant certifications and a background supporting sensitive government or defence environments are expected.

Who It Suits

This role suits a seasoned digital forensics professional who is comfortable operating in high-stakes national security environments and taking a leadership position within a technical team. Those who enjoy combining hands-on investigative work with mentorship, capability development, and cross-agency collaboration will find this opportunity particularly well matched to their ambitions.

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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