{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"3d7d187fa5a04e37e07a2afb","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3d7d187fa5a04e37e07a2afb","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3d7d187fa5a04e37e07a2afb","title":"Digital Forensic Engineer","description":"Job ID: 2600902Location: CHANTILLY, VA, United StatesDate Posted: Feb 23, 2026Category: CyberSubcategory: Cyber EngineerSchedule: Full-timeShift: Day JobTravel: NoMinimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI with PolyClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: NonePotential for Remote Work: On-SiteBenefits: Click hereSAIC is seeking an experienced Digital Forensics Engineer to serve as a key member of an organizational security program in Chantilly, VA. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in digital forensic analysis, incident response, and evidence collection, as well as the ability to analyze and interpret data from compromised systems, networks, and digital devices. In this position, the successful applicant will be tasked with identifying, preserving, and recovering digital artifacts to support critical security investigations and ensure compliance with organizational and federal policies. As part of the role, the candidate may also assist with Systems Engineering tasks (e.g., requirements, readiness, validation, etc.) related to security tools and processes, facilitating the seamless integration of forensic capabilities into the organization's security framework. The ideal candidate will deliver actionable insights and precise recommendations to support decision-making processes, while producing consistent and thorough deliverables aligned with mission needs and objectives in the field of digital forensics.The hired individual will perform the following key responsibilities:Conduct forensic acquisition and analysis on mobile and digital media devicesReview evidentiary data (log files, file system parameters, metadata, etc.) to determine presence of misclassified data, identify malicious intrusions, and assess threat to the organizationGenerate analytical reports detailing forensic actions taken, acquisition of and items of interest found in evidence, integrity checks, and suggested security actions determined from the evidence providedConduct forensics review on products proposed for consideration to the organizational product (software and hardware) listingSupport maintenance of digital forensic tools and systemsConduct routine research to recommend areas of improvement to existing digital forensic tools, processes and proceduresQualificationsActive TS/SCI with Poly security clearanceMust be US CitizenTYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and fourteen (14) years or more experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years related experienceActive certification and working experience with one of more of the following forensic tools: Axiom, Cellebrite, EnCase, Forensics Toolkit (FTK), or PaladinProficient communication, briefing and writing skillsCandidates must have at least 2 years continuous, hands-on, practical experience in digital forensics roles performing core responsibilities listed in the job description.OverviewSAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.SAIC is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. 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