Digital Forensics Analysts

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What Digital Forensics Analysts do

Conduct investigations on computer-based crimes establishing documentary or physical evidence, such as digital media and logs associated with cyber intrusion incidents. Analyze digital evidence and investigate computer security incidents to derive information in support of system and network vulnerability mitigation. Preserve and present computer-related evidence in support of criminal, fraud, counterintelligence, or law enforcement investigations.

  • Adhere to legal policies and procedures related to handling digital media.
  • Analyze log files or other digital information to identify the perpetrators of network intrusions.
  • Conduct predictive or reactive analyses on security measures to support cyber security initiatives.
Industry Areas:

Information Technology

Training Program Areas:

Computer Networking/CISCO • Computer Technician • OCT-Only Information Technology

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This is what Digital Forensics Analysts across the country typically make.

$23.89 / hour
$49,690 /year

Entry Level

$50.44 / hour
$104,920 /year

Median Level

$83.80 / hour
$174,300 /year

Experienced Level

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