Jobs in Computer Forensics

An article in The Dallas Morning News on page 1J in the March 17, 2013 edition “Careers in Computer Forensics” by Allan Hoffman, Monster Tech Jobs Expert, is another article published by The Dallas News in its series honoring National Criminal Justice Month.

A specialist in computer forensics is more than a computer guru.  It is not enough for one to be an expert in bits and bytes, but he/she should also be an alert investigator - thinks and acts like Columbo.

Here is an example of a job description for a computer forensics

Computer Forensics Job Description

A Closer Look at the Role of a Computer Forensics Technician

For individuals who are both tech savvy and have a desire to analyze and investigate, a computer forensics job could be a rewarding one. A computer forensics specialist examines computer hard drives, storage devices like flash drives, cell phones, PDAs, tablets, MP3 players, smart phones, electronic notebooks, video game consoles or any other electronic device that may hold evidence that could be used in a court of law.

The extent of the analyses could be as simple as a personal computer or as complex as a main server for a large corporation. A computer forensics job description includes a balance of technological, investigative and informative skills. It also includes the ability to preserve and present finding so that they may be used as admissible evidence in a court of law. With the ubiquity of technological devices for storage and communication, computer forensics professionals are in higher demand.

Computer forensics job descriptions comprise of many essential skills. These include:

·         Technological Skills - A firm working knowledge of various operating and network systems, encryption programs and data retrieval procedures and the ability to provide IT support.

 

·         Analytical Skills - The ability to analyze digital data and think outside the box as an investigator.

 

·         Communication Skills - The ability to communicate findings orally (i.e. in court), in writing and to communicate cohesively with all members of the investigative team/organization/corporation.'

http://www.criminaljusticeschoolinfo.com/computer-forensics-job-description.html

A cursory search on the Internet finds numerous links to training opportunities for computer forensics jobs. If you enjoy solving problems, scavenger hunts, and have an interest in criminal justice, perhaps you should “investigate” a career in computer forensics.

Please post a comment or email me at glynjordan@gmail.com your thoughts about a career in criminal justice.

 

Thanks, Glyn