Forensic Data Analyst with Security Clearance
Akima Infrastructure Services
Fairfax, VA
The Role
This position involves conducting mobile device forensic examinations for a federal law enforcement client, including physical extractions, board-level repair, and lawful access to encrypted devices. Analysts manage evidence intake, maintain chain-of-custody documentation, support active investigations, and provide expert courtroom testimony as required.
Skills & Experience
Candidates must hold an active Cellebrite Certified Mobile Examiner (CCME) certification and have at least three years of hands-on mobile extraction experience, including device repair and courtroom testimony. Proficiency with Cellebrite Premium, BFU/AFU and full filesystem extraction methods, and vehicle infotainment systems is expected.
Who It Suits
This role suits an experienced mobile forensics professional comfortable working on-site in a fast-paced federal law enforcement environment. Those with a background in evidence handling, hardware-level device repair, and prior litigation support experience will be well positioned, as will candidates eligible for a Public Trust clearance.
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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Certifications mentioned: CCME — find training for these on the DFIR Training Finder.
