Summary
This position is in the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) Bureau of Consumer Protection (BCP), Division of Litigation Technology & Analysis (DLTA or Division). The Division plays a central role in the investigation and litigation of consumer protection matters. The applicant serves as a Digital Investigative Analyst responsible for collecting, processing, preserving, analyzing, and presenting computer-related evidence in support of law enforcement investigations.
Duties
The employee will serve as an Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC) / Digital Investigative Analyst and perform the following duties: Planning, coordinating, and directing forensic science activities in complex cases, including preserving and analyzing digital evidence from electronic devices such as computers, mobile devices, network devices, servers and the cloud. Overseeing and conducting investigations involving digital storage media. Designing and performing complex computer forensic collection activities at target locations. Examining file systems, digital media, and logs from multiple operating system platforms for the purpose of identifying evidence of unlawful activity. Independently preparing reports and briefing papers. Providing expert technical guidance and assistance to others involved in the investigation to ensure that critical precautions are taken to prevent the spoilation of data, ensure the integrity of the evidence, and prevent damage to the defendant's equipment. Negotiating with opposing parties and outside counsel regarding submission of electronically stored information. Serving as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) on contracts. Testifying in judicial proceedings.
Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
How you will be evaluated
Once the announcement has closed, your résumé and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are found qualified, your résumé and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Knowledge of advanced IT principles, concepts, methods, standards and practices sufficient to independently conduct complex forensic examinations of digital media, resulting in the acquisition, examination, and presentation of digital evidence for investigations and litigation. Ability to apply interrelationships with multiple IT specialties during onsite collections and other situations. Ability to communicate well with individuals and groups. Ability to plan, organize, and manage complex projects, involving significant logistical challenges, within specified time limits, often simultaneously. Knowledge of chain of custody and proper storage and handling of evidence.