Digital Forensics Examiner

Digital Forensics Examiner

Linthicum Heights, MD

Support mission-critical digital forensics and analysis efforts for the United States Air Force and DC3 by analyzing mobile applications and uncovering vulnerabilities in high-responsibility environments.

Before You Apply

This is a full-time W-2 position with Allyon.

• Active Secret clearance
• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD with relevant experience required

Candidates cannot proceed in the application process without meeting the required qualifications listed above.

Allyon does not sponsor security clearances and does not offer C2C opportunities for this role.

Why this Role Matters

A Digital Forensics Examiner plays a critical role in protecting national security and upholding the justice system. By uncovering, preserving, and analyzing digital evidence across computers, mobile devices, and networks, this role directly supports sensitive criminal investigations and federal operations.

The work helps identify criminal activity, recover hidden or deleted information, ensure evidence stands up in court, and ultimately enables law enforcement and government agencies to act on accurate, trusted intelligence.

Without digital forensics examiners, many modern crimes-especially those involving technology-would go undetected or unproven.

What You Will Do

You will support digital forensics and analysis efforts by:

• Seeking a Digital Forensic Analyst in support of a DoW customer to analyze electronic media in support of a federal government agency, focused on sensitive on-going criminal investigations and operations.
• Using a wide variety of forensic tools, the Digital Forensic Analyst examines the hard drives of computers, storage devices, cell phones, PDA's, or any electronic device that may hold evidence that could be used in a court of law.
• Performs forensic analysis of digital information and gathers and handles evidence.
• Performs a variety of forensic and electronic discovery services, including digital evidence preservation, forensic analysis, data recovery, tape recovery, electronic mail extraction, and database examination.
• Employs forensic tools and techniques to crack files and system passwords, detect steganography and recover deleted, fragmented and corrupted data from digital media of all types.
• Observes proper evidence custody and control procedures, documents procedures and findings in a manner suitable for courtroom presentation and prepares comprehensive written notes and reports.
• May be required to testify in federal/military court as expert witnesses.

Required Qualifications

• Clearance Requirement: Minimum active Secret
• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience; OR Master's Degree and 6+ years of experience. Degree must be in one of these fields of study: Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Systems, Data Science, Mathematics, or Software Engineering.
• One or more of the following certifications - Digital Media Collector (DMC), *Digital Forensic Examiner (DFE), Cyber Crime Investigator (CCI), *Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI), International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) certifications: Certified Computer Examiner (CCE) Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE), *GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE), *GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA), Certifications related to mobile device forensic tools (e.g. Cellebrite Certified Mobile Examiner (CCME), XRY, Oxygen Forensic® Certified Examiner (OFCE)), Certifications related to computer forensic tools (e.g., EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE), X- Ways Professional in Evidence Recovery Techniques (X-PERT), Magnet Certified Forensic Examiner (MCFE)), Data recovery or advanced data acquisition related certifications.
• Must pass the customer's Mentorship Program within 4 months.
• At least 4 years experience conducting digital forensic analysis on a variety of media, including Windows, OS X, Linux, Android and iOS.
• Experience in supporting criminal investigations.
• Experience writing Technical Reports, detailing results of analysis.
• Experience with EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Axiom, Forensic Explorer, Cellebrite and other forensic tools.
• Formalized training in the areas of computer science, forensics, etc.
• Understanding of network protocols and networking concepts.
• Knowledge of and experience with virtual environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Law Enforcement experience.
• Experience in performing technical reviews or peer reviews.
• Experience mentoring other examiners.
• Experience testifying as an expert witness in support of criminal trials.

What's In It for You

At Allyon, your compensation goes beyond salary. Our Total Rewards program is designed to lower your costs, support your wellbeing, and give you confidence in your future.

• Four flexible medical plan options with premiums averaging 15% below industry benchmarks
• Up to $1,800 in annual wellness incentives plus monthly rewards that put money back in your pocket
• $0 telemedicine visits and open access provider networks with transparent pricing
• 401(k) with modern planning tools plus HSA and FSA options for tax advantaged savings
• Dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental coverage including accident and critical illness
• Paid time off starting on day one plus flexibility to support balance

Your compensation is designed to make a real difference day to day, giving you the support and confidence to do your best work and live well outside of it.

The expected salary range for this position is $140,000 to $160,000. Compensation is determined based on experience, technical expertise, certifications, clearance level, and alignment to mission requirements and work location. Allyon offers a comprehensive total rewards package including benefits, and retirement contributions.

About Allyon

Allyon is a Federal solutions partner supporting Department of War, Intelligence, and Civilian agencies through expertise in Cybersecurity, Cloud Infrastructure & Engineering, Enterprise IT, and Program Management

For more than 15 years, we have helped government teams operate securely, efficiently, and confidently by delivering solutions that keep critical missions moving.

Our belief is simple. Mission success is built by people. We invest in our teams, our systems, and our culture with intention so our people can perform at their best and deliver when it matters most.

The Bottom Line

Ready to do meaningful work that supports real-world mission impact?

At Allyon, culture drives performance. We combine mission-critical work with a Total Rewards approach that invests in your health, financial security, and long-term growth.

If you want your skills to matter, your contributions to be recognized, and your compensation to reflect your value, this is your opportunity.

Apply today and join a people-powered team focused on mission success.