Job Description
Job Description
About the Role
As an eDiscovery Forensic Collections Analyst at Array, you will play a critical, hands-on role in the initial phase of the eDiscovery lifecycle. You are the technical expert responsible for the defensible identification, preservation, and collection of electronically stored information (ESI) in response to legal matters. This role requires a meticulous, detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of forensic principles, legal hold protocols, and the technology used to gather data from a wide variety of sources This position requires a dedicated individual ready to offer detailed defensible work product, ensuring our internal and external clients receive immediate and expert assistance in a forensically sound manner.
What you’ll do…
- Utilize a wide array of forensic tools, including Cellebrite, FTK, and other industry-leading platforms and open-source solutions, to extract, analyze, and interpret digital artifacts.
- Meticulously identify, preserve, and collect digital evidence in a forensically sound manner, maintaining an unbroken chain of custody, in accordance with legal standards and best practices.
- Prepares reports, memos, forms, data entry, etc. This includes the documentation of own observations and actions with proper written and verbal communication.
- Maintain and update forensic tools and software to ensure compatibility with evolving technologies.
- Recommend and implement new tools or techniques to enhance forensic capabilities.
- Prepare detailed forensic investigation reports, including findings, methodologies, and recommendations for remediation.
- Provide testimony as an expert witness during legal proceedings, if required.
- Ensure chain-of-custody documentation is accurate and complete.
What you’ll bring…
Education : A bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, forensic science, or a related technical field is required.Experience : You should have a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in eDiscovery, digital forensics, or a related field. This includes proven experience with :Using industry-standard forensic collection tools.
Collecting data from enterprise environments, including cloud platforms (specifically O365 with Purview), servers, and personal devices like hard drives and mobile phones.Coding or building web scraping, crawlers, or media veracity tools is a plus.Experience providing expert testimony is a significant plus.Technical Skills : You must possess a solid technical background with a deep understanding of computers, hardware, and software. This includes :A sound understanding of basic forensic concepts, file systems, and evidence handling.
Familiarity with digital forensics software such as Cellebrite, X-Ways, and Magnet Forensics.Basic knowledge of scripting, computer repair, and web-browser analysis and reporting.Personal and Professional Attributes :Exceptional attention to detail and meticulous record-keeping.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, especially when handling multiple priorities and competing deadlines and aggressive timelines.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.An unwavering commitment to ethical conduct and discretion when handling confidential information.Preferred Qualifications & CertificationsIndustry-recognized digital forensic certifications such as ACE, GCFE, GCFA, GNFA, CISSP, CySA+, C3E, CCE, CCFP, CCME, CDFE, CFCE, GCTI, or MCFE are highly preferred.
Logistics :You must be willing to travel as needed for on-site investigations.
Availability to respond to incidents outside of standard business hours is required.What We Offer
Competitive salary & incentivesComprehensive benefits packageFlexible vacation & remote work optionsProfessional development & career growth opportunitiesCollaborative, inclusive, and innovative work cultureExposure to cutting-edge technology in the legal services industryThis is a remote role, but we have a strong preference for candidates located in the greater Austin, Texas area.
About Array
Array is a dynamic, rapidly growing legal solutions provider that is redefining the industry. Our name, Array, encapsulates both the comprehensive scope of our offerings and the assemblage of industry-leading experts that form our core. With a synergy of creativity, dedication, and seasoned experience, we craft innovative solutions that not only resolve our clients’ challenges but consistently surpass their expectations. As a forward-thinking, technology-driven organization focused on delivering innovative solutions to our clients, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic, collaborative environment where creativity and strategic thinking drive growth.
Array specializes in the electronic discovery and data processing, managed document review, traditional services, records and subpoena services, court reporting and contract legal staffing services. We have over 450 employees and 600 legal contractors across the US, Canada and the UK. As we continue to scale, we are seeking experienced professionals to join our team and contribute to our ongoing success.
Join us and be a key driver to our success!