Digital Forensics Systems Administrator

Compensation: $57 per hour

Duration: Contract-to-Hire

Location: Onsite in Arizona

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Digital Forensics Systems Administrator to support forensic lab operations. This role requires a strong blend of system administration and network engineering expertise. The ideal candidate will have experience managing digital backups, maintaining servers, configuring forensic workstations, and assisting with hardware/software solutions. This is an onsite position with no remote work option.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems or a related field from an accredited institution.
• OR a combination of education and experience with at least two years of computer administration experience in a large workforce (1,000+ employees).

Experience Level

• Minimum of five years of experience in similar projects.
• Previous experience working on government projects is required.

Technical Skills

• Expert-level management of Cisco, Hewlett-Packard, and Mellanox hardware and configurations.
• Proficiency in system testing applications to identify performance, data integrity, and communication issues.
• Advanced knowledge of Active Directory, SAN maintenance, and file server upgrades.
• Skilled in hardware/software installation, configuration, and updates.
• Strong capabilities in digital forensic systems setup and troubleshooting, including workstations and client hardware.
• Expertise in network architecture, documentation, and mapping.
• Experience with antivirus software updates and maintenance.

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience supporting Certified Forensic Computer Examiners (CFCE) with hardware/software solutions.
• Strong ability to design and implement network architecture and complex systems.
• Familiarity with forensic systems in criminal investigations, including testifying in court regarding server and data integrity.

Attributes

• Highly independent and capable of self-managing tasks to meet the forensic lab’s mission.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-agency collaboration.
• Comfortable working in sensitive environments involving exposure to data regarding crimes against children.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain digital backups for the SAN production server.
• Configure and upgrade domain and file servers.
• Set up and maintain new domain users in Active Directory.
• Configure forensic workstations and related hardware.
• Provide support for servers, SAN, lab networks, and client workstations.
• Collaborate with multiple workgroups/agencies on network issues and upgrades.
• Plan and manage technical projects related to information security, networks, and cloud configurations.
• Design and document complex system/network architecture and create detailed mapping.
• Install and configure hardware/software according to established standards.
• Ensure hardware/software updates, including antivirus programs, are current.
• Testify in court proceedings about the integrity of servers and data.

Why Join Us?

This role offers an opportunity to contribute to critical forensic investigations that impact public safety. Work alongside a dedicated team of professionals, leveraging your technical expertise to support essential forensic operations. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong sense of purpose and a desire to make a tangible impact.

Note: Candidates must pass a rigorous background screening to be considered.