Digital Forensic Examiner
US$200,000 – US$225,000 / yr base salary
Posted 7 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Ditigal Forensic Examiner Lead”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 7+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- On-Site
| Base salary | US$200,000 – US$225,000 / yr |
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CertificationsGIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA), GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE)
Spry Methods is seeking a Lead Digital Forensic Examiner to serve as the primary technical point of contact to the Government for Cyber Forensics Laboratory (CFL) examination activities. This position leads a team of forensic analysts. It manages case assignments and workload, performs technical peer review, and supports the laboratory's ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation through SOP development, internal audits, and quality assurance.
What Your Day-To-Day Looks Like (Position Responsibilities):
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Lead and oversee all CFL forensic examination activities.
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Assign cases and manage the workload of forensic analysts.
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Perform technical peer review of forensic analysis reports for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and adherence to laboratory standards.
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Ensure forensic examination tasks are completed in accordance with the PWS and applicable quality requirements.
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Support ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation activities, including SOP development, internal audits, and quality assurance procedures.
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Monitor team performance, operational quality, and efficiency.
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Serve as the primary technical point of contact to the Government for forensic examination activities.
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Proactively communicate technical, programmatic, and resource limitations that could affect performance.
What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Requirements):
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TS/SCI clearance eligible.
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Active DC3 Cyber Training Academy Digital Forensic Examiner (DFE), GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA), GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE), or equivalent certification approved by the COR.
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At least seven years of hands-on experience conducting host-based forensic examinations across Windows, Linux, and macOS.
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At least three years of leadership or supervisory experience within the last five years managing forensic analysts, assigning cases, and performing technical peer reviews.
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Demonstrated experience within the last three years supporting an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory, including SOP development, internal audits, and quality assurance procedures.