Digital Forensics Analyst, Digital Forensics Unit - Bronx, NY

Back Digital Forensics Analyst, Digital Forensics Unit #26-46 Bronx, New York, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Jun 05, 2026 Job Description MAJOR PURPOSE OF THE POSITIONDigital Forensics Examiners and Digital Forensics Analysts are the in-house experts on digital forensics related topics for The Legal Aid Society. They are responsible for preserving, creating, and analyzing digital evidence in a forensically sound manner. They are also responsible for creating reports to be used in court proceedings, as well as, testifying in hearings and trials as experts in digital forensics fields.Additionally, Examiners and Analysts provide explanations of digital forensics topics to other Society staff through discussion of the evidence in cases and informal and formal trainings. Examiners and Analysts are required to maintain all applicable certifications. They also must continually update their knowledge and skills with the relevant changes in technology.ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESPrimary Responsibilities (95%)Applying knowledge and experience with forensically sound evidence-gathering and handling procedures in order to retrieve, handle, analyze, and preserve data in accordance with the appropriate and relevant standards. This includes, but is not limited to, following chain-of-custody requirements necessary for the admissibility of evidence in courtCreating and analyzing forensic copies of data sources including hard drives, portable storage media, tablets, smartphones, and cloud dataConducting examinations of digital evidence and preparing reports and/or exhibits for use in courtInterpreting call detail records, analyzing cell site locations, and generating cell site mapsPerforming video, photo, and audio forensics and enhancementsProviding court testimony as needed in hearings and trialsAssisting attorneys and investigators in understanding data/technical forensics and trial preparationProviding trainings and continuing legal education (CLE) courses on digital forensics related topics for Society staff and for external attorneys, investigators, and digital forensics related expertsWorking within time sensitive deadlines in a team environmentProfessional Development and other duties as assigned (5%)Participating in continuous professional developmentContinuously learn about forms of bias in the workplace and demonstrate affirmative behaviors that support an inclusive work environmentOther duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONSRequired qualifications:Bachelor's degree and 3 years of digital forensics experience or 7 years of digital forensics experience. An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and digital forensics experience is also consideredObtained Cellebrite Certified Mobile Examiner (CCME) certification or an equivalent certificationExperienced in digital forensics, including computer and cell phone forensic software, proper evidence handling, forensic methodology/protocols, and forensic data/hardwareAbility and willingness to work as part of a citywide teamPreferred qualifications for a Digital Forensics Examiner or Analyst:Proficiency in a language other than English is desirable, but not requiredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESPosition Based Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge and experience with Cellebrite, Magnet, or other mobile forensic toolsKnowledge and experience with Encase, Forensic Toolkit (FTK), AXIOM, or other forensic toolsKnowledge and experience with cell site analysis, cell site mapping, and call detail records. Experience with using cell site mapping tools, such as Cell Hawk or ZetX, is preferredUnderstanding of chain-of-custody requirements necessary for the admissibility of evidence in courtOrganizational and interpersonal skillsOrganizational Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Commitment to Legal Aid Society's mission to secure equal justice before the law for all New YorkersInterpersonal and communication skills that enable healthy and productive working relationshipsAbility to perform duties with the highest regard for confidentiality, integrity, and respectCommitment to Legal Aid Society's mission and valuesPhysical, environment, travel, and other duties required:Mostly sedentary, significant time using a computer and monitor; communicating and meeting using videoRequires occasional or frequent physical movement to perform essential job functions which may include, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, standing or walking for long periods of time, accessing small spacesMay or will require travel within NYC, across the five-borough regionSALARY AND BENEFITSThe salary range represents a good faith estimate of the range we expect to pay for this role. The actual salary offered may vary depending on many factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as collectively bargained salary steps for unionized roles.Salary Range: $95,000 - $100,000The Legal Aid Society offers a generous benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, disability, and life insurance, and more. Click here to read more about benefits.Higher Education and Loan ForgivenessThe Legal Aid Society is a qualified employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. This position allows an employee to take advantage of PSLF and other State and Federal loan forgiveness programs. Additionally, employees who are New York residents may be eligible for assistance from New York state to assist with loan repayments, depending on years of practice. To learn more, click the links below.studentaid.govhesc.ny.gov/loan-forgiveness-programsWORK AUTHORIZATIONAll applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship for a work visa or permit. We are currently unable to sponsor employment visas or permits. (However, for citizens of Canada and Mexico, LAS will provide a letter documenting employment status that is needed to obtain a TN visa.)HOW TO APPLYAll applications must be completed online via the career portal. We do not accept emailed applications. Submit the following documents as a combined PDF:Cover LetterResumeFor technical difficulties or questions regarding this posting, please email TalentAcquisition@legal-aid.org.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYAs an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, The Legal Aid Society prohibits discriminatory employment actions against and treatment of its employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived race or color, size (including bone structure, body size, height, shape, and weight), religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity (one's internal deeply-held sense of one's gender which may be the same or different from one's sex assigned at birth); gender expression (the representation of gender as expressed through, for example, one's name, choice of pronouns, clothing, haircut, behavior, voice, or body characteristics; gender expression may not conform to traditional gender-based stereotypes assigned to specific gender identities), disability, marital status, relationship and family structure (including domestic partnerships, polyamorous families and individuals, chosen family, platonic co-parents, and multigenerational families), genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or pre-employment conviction record, credit history, unemployment status, caregiver status, salary history, or any other characteristic protected by law.OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSIONThe Legal Aid Society is committed to a work culture of zealous advocacy, respect, diversity and inclusion, client-oriented defense, access to justice and excellent representation. We are dedicated to building a strong professional relationship with each of our clients (people), to understanding their diverse circumstances, and to meeting their needs. Our ability to achieve these goals depends on the efforts of all of us and our ability to build strong relationships with our colleagues. Every member of our community is expected to continuously learn about the dynamic, evolving, and emerging field of knowledge of identity, bias, and systemic forms of oppression and participate in productive efforts to dismantling bias in all forms.Location Bronx - Criminal Defense Practice Office