HKA is a leading global consultancy in risk mitigation, dispute resolution, expert witness and litigation support. We anticipate, investigate and resolve complex challenges by harnessing world-leading multi-disciplinary expertise and experience.

As trusted independent consultants, experts and advisors, we deliver solutions amid uncertainty, dispute and overrun, and provide the insights that make the best possible outcomes a reality for public and private sector clients worldwide.  Our experts have testified across the globe on many of the largest quantum, delay, engineering and commercial damages matters.  

As part of the HKA team you can expect:

• A strong collaborative culture focused on individual and team growth together.
• The opportunity to be a part of our Digital Forensics & Data Solutions (DFDS) team, directly contributing to the development and future success of our service lines including Digital Forensics, eDiscovery, Data Analytics, and Cyber Security.

• The opportunity to assist in identifying, preserving, and analyzing electronic evidence for the purpose of forming conclusions and opinions used in legal or investigative proceedings.

The Opportunity:

The Digital Forensics Investigation Consultant is responsible for the forensic collection and analysis of electronic data from various sources, including computers, mobile devices, and cloud platforms. Ideal candidates have expertise following industry best practices for data collection and chain of custody, using standard digital forensic tools such as Axiom, EnCase, and Relativity. You would also bring a strong background in assisting with forensic analysis investigations, expert report writing, and eDiscovery consulting.

Location: This is a Hybrid position for candidates in San Diego, Houston or Dallas areas.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead on-site data collection at client facilities, including domestic and international travel.

• Verify, analyze, and securely transfer data sets from the field.

• Apply best practices for handling and analyzing electronic evidence.

• Perform forensic investigations as needed.

• Utilize both off-the-shelf and proprietary data collection, analysis, and reporting tools.

• Process data into Relativity and assist with workspace setup and review support.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Digital Forensics, Information Systems, or related technical field.

• 3+ Experience in Digital Forensics Consulting roles

• Experience managing Forensic Investigations

• Expertise in Digital Forensic tools such as EnCase, Axiom, Cellebrite, Oxygen, FTK, NUIX, and open-source forensic tools.

• Strong understanding of Windows and MacOS systems, with experience in Linux and UNIX environments.

• Demonstrable expertise in cloud-based enterprise systems, such as M365 and Google Workspace, including knowledge of best practice methods for preservation

• Moderate proficiency in using Relativity, including processing, review management, and productions.

• Professional certifications including EnCE / CCE / ACE preferred but not required.

Compensation: Between $105,000 -$150,000 depending on experience, qualifications and overall fit. Full time HKA employees are eligible for full benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Competitive PTO and much more.

What we offer:

At HKA we recognize that our people are critical to our ongoing success. Our priority is to provide an inclusive and collaborative culture aimed at providing the best opportunities for our people to thrive and develop in their chosen career path.

We operate a flexible working pattern both in terms of hours and location and are happy with flexible remote working. 

Our Global Recruitment team is committed to providing an authentic candidate experience for all those who take the time to apply to HKA. We are committed to providing an efficient and insightful recruitment process giving candidates a true reflection of life at HKA. 

Fairness and Equality at HKA:

HKA works hard to provide a welcoming environment for all of our employees. We are committed as a business on the continued improvement of our fairness and equality strategy. Please visit our careers page for further information or feel free to ask our recruitment team for further information.

All HKA employment decisions shall be made in accordance with controlling laws and based on merit.

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