Senior Digital Forensic Lab Technician (Unit 42)
Company: Palo Alto Networks Unit 42
Location: Reston
Posted on: June 20, 2022
Job Description:
Company DescriptionOur MissionAt Palo Alto Networks - everything
starts and ends with our mission:Being the cybersecurity partner of
choice, protecting our digital way of life.We have the vision of a
world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before.
These aren't easy goals to accomplish - but we're not here for
easy. We're here for better. We are a company built on the
foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done,
and we're looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping
the future of cybersecurity as we are.Disruption is at the core of
our technology and on our way of work to meet the needs of our
employees now and in the future through FLEXWORK, our approach to
how we work. We're changing the nature of work from benefits to
learning, location to leadership, we've rethought and recreated
every aspect of the employee experience at Palo Alto Networks. And
because it FLEXes around each individual employee based on their
individual choices, employees are empowered to push boundaries and
help us all evolve, together.Job DescriptionYour CareerThe Senior
Digital Forensic Lab Technician will report directly to the
Forensic Lab Director and play a key role in ensuring that digital
evidence is handled and tracked according to best practices. The
successful applicant will thrive in a dynamic, rewarding, and
challenging environment where an ability to multitask and an
attention to detail are paramount. A flexible schedule, including a
willingness to assist as needed during evening hours and on
weekends and to participate in an on-call rotation during holidays,
is essential. In addition, the ability to work in the office at
least 75% of the time is required.Your Impact
- Proactively assess lab needs and requirements (i.e. hardware,
software, tools, lab network infrastructure)
- Procure, maintain, and manage software library used by forensic
lab technicians and the professional services team
- Travel to perform on-site client data collections (30%)
- Guide, support, and train jr. level lab techs
- Prioritize and delegate tasks/assignments to jr. lab techs as
necessary and oversee to completion
- Oversee forensic lab requests (via Jira) to ensure they are
completed accurately and timely
- Assist with Jira ticket requests as necessary
- Work with lab leadership to maintain, update and refine lab
documentation and SOPs periodically and as required
- Work with IT to perform periodic network storage assessment to
ensure legacy client data is removed from our network and archived
appropriately
- Receive, inventory, track and audit all incoming and outgoing
evidence in accordance with company and lab procedures and
standards throughout the case lifecycle, from inception to
closure
- Maintain accurate chain of custody documentation
- Acquire forensic images and preservations of digital media
including desktop and laptop computers, servers, and mobile phones
and tablets
- Research and test forensic hardware, software, and related
technologies
- Work with IT team to monitor and maintain forensic lab
computing infrastructureQualificationsYour Experience
- 3 - 6 years of experience in digital forensic laboratory
- Familiarity with Windows, Macintosh, and Linux operating
systems
- Experience with troubleshooting routine operation of computer
hardware and software
- General understanding of computer networks and underlying
infrastructure
- Passion for technology, cyber security, and digital
forensics
- Bachelor's Degree, preferably in a related or relevant field
such as information technology, criminal justice, cybersecurity,
information security, or digital forensics
- An understanding of forensic imaging tools and techniques and
prior experience with handling digital evidence are desirable
- Relevant industry-recognized certifications (e.g., EnCE, ACE,
etc.) are desirableAdditional InformationOur CommitmentWe're
trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge
cybersecurity's status quo. It's simple: we can't accomplish our
mission without diverse teams innovating, together.Palo Alto
Networks is evolving and changing the nature of work to meet the
needs of our employees now and in the future through FLEXWORK, our
approach to how we work. From benefits to learning, location to
leadership, we've rethought and recreated every aspect of the
employee experience at Palo Alto Networks. And because it FLEXes
around each individual employee based on their individual choices,
employees are empowered to push boundaries and help us all evolve,
together.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations
for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require
assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need,
please contact us at accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.Palo Alto
Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity
in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry,
color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression,
genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national
origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation,
protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including
pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected
characteristics.All your information will be kept confidential
according to EEO guidelines.Covid-19 Vaccination Information for
Palo Alto Networks Jobs
- Vaccine requirements and disclosure obligations vary by
country.
- Unless applicable law requires otherwise, you must be
vaccinated for COVID or qualify for a reasonable accommodation if:
- The job requires accessing a company worksite
- The job requires in-person customer contact and the customer
has implemented such requirements
- You choose to access a Palo Alto Networks worksite
- If you have questions about the vaccine requirements of this
particular position based on your location or job requirements,
please inquire with the recruiter.
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