JOB As a Digital Forensic Examiner 1 with the Bureau of Criminal Investigation, you will help investigators find important digital clues in criminal cases. This role is a great fit for someone who is curious, detail-oriented, and interested in advanced computer work. You will have the opportunity to learn specialized tools, help uncover digital evidence, and support law enforcement efforts across the state. Apply now to build valuable skills while supporting public safety!
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position supports digital forensic work by helping examine electronic devices and recover important evidence for criminal investigations. Work involves learning forensic tools, assisting senior examiners, and helping maintain secure evidence handling practices. As a Digital Forensic Examiner 1, you will perform the following duties:
-
Evidence Handling: Receive and preserve digital devices while maintaining a clear chain of custody
-
Device Examination: Analyze computers, phones, and other equipment using forensic tools to locate electronic evidence
-
Data Recovery: Assist with retrieving deleted, encrypted, or damaged files from digital media
-
Field Support: Accompany investigators to help collect and disconnect electronic equipment during searches
-
Network Assistance: Support network maintenance tasks such as updates, configurations, and equipment management
-
Court Preparation: Help prepare forensic materials and provide information for use in court proceedings
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
-
Full-time employment
-
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
-
Occasional overnight travel may be required.
-
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
-
Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $67,736.00 (before taxes).
-
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
-
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
-
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
-
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
-
your score may be lower than deserved.
-
you may be disqualified.
-
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
-
Your results will be provided via email.
