Forensic Analyst Jobs
Forensic Analyst jobs are open across law enforcement, federal agencies, private consulting, and financial crime investigation, from entry-level technician roles to senior examiner and supervisory positions, with specializations in digital forensics, crime scene analysis, and forensic accounting. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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About the Opportunity
MGT is seeking an experienced Digital Forensic Analyst to support a long-term engagement with our client. This position requires a highly skilled forensic professional capable of conducting complex digital forensic examinations, supporting criminal investigations, providing expert testimony, and assisting with forensic laboratory operations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in computer and mobile device forensics, digital evidence handling, forensic reporting, and investigative support within law enforcement, public safety, or criminal justice environments. Candidates should be comfortable working with sensitive evidence and maintaining strict evidentiary and chain-of-custody standards.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must clearly demonstrate the following qualifications on their resume:
- Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) certification (required for Analyst-level personnel)
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience performing digital forensic examinations and investigations
- Experience conducting forensic acquisition, preservation, examination, and analysis of digital evidence
- Experience analyzing:
- Computers and servers
- Mobile devices (iOS and Android)
- Removable media
- Cloud-based and networked environments
- Experience performing data recovery, artifact analysis, password recovery, and decryption activities
- Experience preparing forensic reports suitable for investigative and legal proceedings
- Experience in maintaining the chain of custody and evidentiary documentation
- Experience providing investigative support and identifying evidentiary leads through forensic analysis
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to pass required criminal background checks, fingerprinting, and drug screening.
Key Responsibilities
As a Digital Forensic Analyst, you will be responsible for:
Digital Forensic Examinations
- Conduct forensic acquisition, preservation, examination, and analysis of digital evidence
- Perform forensic imaging and evidence collection activities
- Recover deleted, encrypted, and hidden data where possible
- Validate forensic findings using industry-standard methodologies and tools
- Maintain proper chain-of-custody procedures throughout all examinations
Investigative Support
- Support criminal investigations involving cybercrime, internet-based offenses, technology-facilitated crimes, and digital evidence
- Assist investigators in identifying investigative leads through forensic analysis
- Participate in search warrant execution and on-site evidence collection when required
- Review examination requests and determine appropriate forensic methodologies
Reporting & Documentation
- Prepare comprehensive forensic examination reports
- Document examination methodologies, findings, and conclusions
- Maintain evidence logs and case documentation
- Prepare affidavits, exhibits, and supporting documentation for legal proceedings
Testimony & Legal Support
- Provide expert witness testimony during pre-trial and trial proceedings
- Support prosecutors and investigators with case preparation
- Explain forensic findings in a clear and defensible manner
Technical Analysis & Research
- Conduct validation and testing of forensic software, hardware, and methodologies
- Research emerging digital forensic technologies and cyber crime trends
- Evaluate and recommend forensic tools and process improvements
- Assist with the development and enhancement of forensic examination procedures
Systems & Infrastructure Support
- Support forensic laboratory infrastructure and systems
- Assist with forensic workstation and NAS management
- Monitor software licensing, upgrades, and maintenance requirements
- Coordinate with County IT personnel regarding the forensic system support needs
Training & Knowledge Transfer
- Assist with the development and delivery of digital forensic training programs
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to law enforcement personnel
- Contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives and best-practice development
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Digital Forensics, Computer Science, Information Security, Information Assurance, Criminal Justice, or a related field
- Experience working with law enforcement agencies, public safety organizations, or criminal justice environments
- Experience providing courtroom testimony as an expert witness
- Experience supporting cybercrime, child exploitation, or technology-facilitated criminal investigations
- Experience participating in search warrant execution and digital evidence collection
Preferred Certifications
- Mobile Device Forensic Certified Examiner (MDF)
- EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE)
- Access Data Certified Examiner (ACE)
- Certified Electronic Evidence Collection Specialist (CEECS)
Required Tools & Technologies
Candidates should demonstrate proficiency with industry-standard forensic tools, including:
- Cellebrite
- Inseyets
- Magnet Axiom
- Magnet GrayKey
- FTK (Forensic Toolkit)
- FTK Imager
- Mobile device forensic platforms
- Computer forensic analysis tools
- Data recovery and decryption tools
Work Environment
- Work will be performed onsite at the client facilities in West Olive, Michigan
- Occasional field response and evidence collection activities may be required
- Candidates must be capable of handling sensitive and potentially disturbing materials, including CSAM-related evidence, when required
- Candidates must maintain applicable certifications and participate in ongoing professional development activities throughout the engagement.
About the Opportunity
MGT is seeking an experienced Digital Forensic Analyst to support a long-term engagement with our client. This position requires a highly skilled forensic professional capable of conducting complex digital forensic examinations, supporting criminal investigations, providing expert testimony, and assisting with forensic laboratory operations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in computer and mobile device forensics, digital evidence handling, forensic reporting, and investigative support within law enforcement, public safety, or criminal justice environments. Candidates should be comfortable working with sensitive evidence and maintaining strict evidentiary and chain-of-custody standards.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must clearly demonstrate the following qualifications on their resume:
- Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) certification (required for Analyst-level personnel)
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience performing digital forensic examinations and investigations
- Experience conducting forensic acquisition, preservation, examination, and analysis of digital evidence
- Experience analyzing:
- Computers and servers
- Mobile devices (iOS and Android)
- Removable media
- Cloud-based and networked environments
- Experience performing data recovery, artifact analysis, password recovery, and decryption activities
- Experience preparing forensic reports suitable for investigative and legal proceedings
- Experience in maintaining the chain of custody and evidentiary documentation
- Experience providing investigative support and identifying evidentiary leads through forensic analysis
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to pass required criminal background checks, fingerprinting, and drug screening.
Key Responsibilities
As a Digital Forensic Analyst, you will be responsible for:
Digital Forensic Examinations
- Conduct forensic acquisition, preservation, examination, and analysis of digital evidence
- Perform forensic imaging and evidence collection activities
- Recover deleted, encrypted, and hidden data where possible
- Validate forensic findings using industry-standard methodologies and tools
- Maintain proper chain-of-custody procedures throughout all examinations
Investigative Support
- Support criminal investigations involving cybercrime, internet-based offenses, technology-facilitated crimes, and digital evidence
- Assist investigators in identifying investigative leads through forensic analysis
- Participate in search warrant execution and on-site evidence collection when required
- Review examination requests and determine appropriate forensic methodologies
Reporting & Documentation
- Prepare comprehensive forensic examination reports
- Document examination methodologies, findings, and conclusions
- Maintain evidence logs and case documentation
- Prepare affidavits, exhibits, and supporting documentation for legal proceedings
Testimony & Legal Support
- Provide expert witness testimony during pre-trial and trial proceedings
- Support prosecutors and investigators with case preparation
- Explain forensic findings in a clear and defensible manner
Technical Analysis & Research
- Conduct validation and testing of forensic software, hardware, and methodologies
- Research emerging digital forensic technologies and cyber crime trends
- Evaluate and recommend forensic tools and process improvements
- Assist with the development and enhancement of forensic examination procedures
Systems & Infrastructure Support
- Support forensic laboratory infrastructure and systems
- Assist with forensic workstation and NAS management
- Monitor software licensing, upgrades, and maintenance requirements
- Coordinate with County IT personnel regarding the forensic system support needs
Training & Knowledge Transfer
- Assist with the development and delivery of digital forensic training programs
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to law enforcement personnel
- Contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives and best-practice development
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Digital Forensics, Computer Science, Information Security, Information Assurance, Criminal Justice, or a related field
- Experience working with law enforcement agencies, public safety organizations, or criminal justice environments
- Experience providing courtroom testimony as an expert witness
- Experience supporting cybercrime, child exploitation, or technology-facilitated criminal investigations
- Experience participating in search warrant execution and digital evidence collection
Preferred Certifications
- Mobile Device Forensic Certified Examiner (MDF)
- EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE)
- Access Data Certified Examiner (ACE)
- Certified Electronic Evidence Collection Specialist (CEECS)
Required Tools & Technologies
Candidates should demonstrate proficiency with industry-standard forensic tools, including:
- Cellebrite
- Inseyets
- Magnet Axiom
- Magnet GrayKey
- FTK (Forensic Toolkit)
- FTK Imager
- Mobile device forensic platforms
- Computer forensic analysis tools
- Data recovery and decryption tools
Work Environment
- Work will be performed onsite at the client facilities in West Olive, Michigan
- Occasional field response and evidence collection activities may be required
- Candidates must be capable of handling sensitive and potentially disturbing materials, including CSAM-related evidence, when required
- Candidates must maintain applicable certifications and participate in ongoing professional development activities throughout the engagement.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Alvarez & Marsal4
- City of New York2
- J.S. Held2
- Teneo2
- VRK IT Vision2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services10
- Accounting & Auditing8
- Investment & Asset Management4
- Technology & Software3
- Artificial Intelligence2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in forensic analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in forensic science, criminal justice, chemistry, or a related field
- Experience with digital forensics tools such as FTK, EnCase, or Cellebrite
- Knowledge of chain-of-custody procedures and evidence handling protocols
- Ability to write clear technical reports suitable for courtroom or legal review
- Relevant certification such as CFE, CCE, or ACE preferred or required
- Ability to obtain or maintain a government security clearance for federal roles
Tips for Your Forensic Analyst Job Search
Tailor your resume to lab or field focus
Forensic analyst roles split between lab-based work and field or casework roles. Clearly signal which environment your experience covers. Hiring managers scan for chain-of-custody handling, instrumentation like GC-MS or FTK, and whether your cases went to testimony.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists forensic analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
List certifications prominently on your resume
Certifications like CFE, CCE, or ACE often screen candidates before a human reads the full resume. Place them in a dedicated section near the top, not buried in a general skills list, so applicant tracking systems and reviewers spot them immediately.
Filter job listings by clearance requirement
Many federal and contractor forensic analyst roles require an active security clearance. If you hold one, search specifically for those postings since competition is lower. If you don't, focus on state, local, and private-sector openings where clearance isn't a prerequisite.
Prepare a case example before your interview
Interviewers routinely ask you to walk through a past case from evidence intake to findings. Practice a concise version that covers your methodology, tools used, any chain-of-custody challenges, and how your analysis supported a decision or prosecution.
Negotiate start date around background check timelines
Forensic analyst offers at government agencies often hinge on background investigations that can add weeks to onboarding. When you receive an offer, confirm the expected clearance or background check timeline before committing to a start date, so both sides have realistic expectations.
Forensic Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most forensic analysts?
The companies hiring the most forensic analysts right now include Alvarez & Marsal, City of New York, and J.S. Held, with the largest share of openings in New York, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Federal agencies, defense contractors, and forensic consulting firms consistently account for a large portion of active postings.
How many forensic analyst jobs are remote?
About 24% of forensic analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is relatively low compared to other analyst roles. Digital forensics and fraud investigation sub-specialties tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while crime scene, lab-based, and field evidence roles almost always require an on-site presence.
How do you become a forensic analyst?
You typically start with a bachelor's degree in forensic science, chemistry, criminal justice, or computer science, depending on your target specialization. From there, you gain hands-on experience through internships, lab work, or entry-level technician roles. Earning a relevant certification, such as CFE for financial forensics or CCE for digital forensics, strengthens your candidacy. Building a portfolio of documented casework and, where possible, courtroom testimony experience accelerates hiring at more senior levels.
Can you get a forensic analyst job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level forensic analyst roles exist, particularly at local law enforcement agencies, private labs, and compliance-focused firms. Employers hiring candidates with limited experience typically look for relevant coursework, a degree in a hard science or computer science, and any hands-on lab or internship work. Volunteering with a medical examiner's office, completing a forensic software certification, or contributing to open-source digital forensics tools can substitute for formal work history when your resume is otherwise thin.
What does the forensic analyst interview process look like?
Most forensic analyst interview processes involve an initial phone screen with HR, followed by a technical interview where you walk through past cases or methodology, and a final panel with team leads or supervisors. For digital forensics roles, expect a practical exercise or scenario-based question covering evidence acquisition and tool use. Government and law enforcement positions often add a background investigation or polygraph stage after a conditional offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to forensic analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to forensic analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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