Forensic Computer Specialist 1

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center

Report In Location: 1970 W. Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• Multiple pay increases over your first years of service!

• Free Parking!

• Free Onsite Gym and Walking Path!

• Daycare On-site!

• Cafeteria On-site!

What You’ll Do As A Forensic Computer Specialist 1:

Under supervision of the Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center (ONIC) Computer Forensic Manager, utilizes specialized tools (i.e., computers, evidence acquisition devices, computer peripherals, software) & procedures (i.e., established, validated forensic principles & highly technical & specialized forensic analysis of seized evidence) to collect, examine, &/or enter evidence for extraction &/or analysis by ONIC labs, law enforcement agencies & other labs in accordance with evidence handling procedures (e.g., packaging, storage, preservation, etc.):

• Utilize state vehicle to handle & transport digital evidence related to narcotics cases to law enforcement agencies & forensic labs for analysis;

• Receive, maintain & release evidence in accordance with evidence handling procedures;

• Collects information from investigators &/or prosecutors & confers with higher-level forensic computer specialists to determine best forensic analysis strategy;

• Test computer programs according to procedural specifications, configure & maintain computer hardware for use in case work & program development;

• Resolve technical issues involving equipment connectivity & communication;

• Execute verification tests of forensic software & methods to independently validate functionality, & responds to routine inquiries from staff, other agency divisions, sections &/or units regarding pertinent research activities;

• Prepare reports of findings for presentation in criminal case proceedings & testifies as required (e.g., uses forensic analysis of computers &/or computer related evidence to compose written findings reports in preparation for criminal case proceedings; provide verbal &/or written testimony in court & maintains electronic & hard copies of evidence transfers);

• Develop & maintain records or reports documenting actions & observations to ensure proper chain of custody of physical evidence;

• Assist other forensic computer specialists with dark web & criminal activity research, analysis & investigations (e.g., recover deleted &/or corrupted files, password protected &/or encrypted files, recover hidden data, prepare duplicate images of files as backup copies & implement tracking mechanisms pertaining to Internet & network communications);

• Assist intelligence analysts & other ONIC staff in developing intelligence products, trend analysis, presentations & other related materials;

• Attend seminars & classes for training in specialized forensic software applications, forensic analysis techniques & other specialized areas (e.g., keep abreast of significant changes in forensic technology, relative search & seizure rules, software licensing agreements, criminal &/or administrative law);

• Participate in federal, state, county & local law enforcement taskforces & partnerships;

• Perform other duties as assigned.

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At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

• Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Position Specific Minimum Qualification – Valid Driver’s license required.

Job Skills: Forensics

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: May require travel.

• This position will be filled in accordance with the bargaining agreement if applicable.

• This position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a federal Secret level Security Clearance.

• This position requires a valid driver’s license to operate state-owned vehicle or must be able to provide own transportation.

• A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.