NASSAU COUNTY | Title | : | FORENSIC SCIENTIST I (COMPUTER EVIDENCE) |
Code | : | 630312 2PM |
CLASS SPECIFICATION | Page | : | 1 of 2 |
1. | Prepares routine duplicate back-up copies of computer media. | ||
2. | Recovers routine deleted computer files, password protected/encrypted files and hidden information. | ||
3. | Conducts routine searches of computer media for text, data and images. | ||
4. | Prepares and/or converts routine recovered files and information into format compatible with current needs. | ||
5. | Evaluates results to determine their validity and to determine whether the information has forensic significance. | ||
6. | Meets with attorneys, investigators and other related personnel regarding approaches to analysis and results in pretrial conferences. | ||
7. | Participates in scientific meetings, seminars, and other training as assigned. | ||
8. | Keeps records of observations and notes, and issues reports of results upon consultation with higher level Forensic Scientists in this series. | ||
9. | Testifies in court regarding computer analyses and the significance of the results as required. | ||
10. | Performs housekeeping tasks as required, including maintaining related supplies and reference materials. | ||
11. | Participates in internal and external proficiency testing programs. | ||
12. | May assist in the inventory, maintenance, storage, and disposition of evidence. |
1. | Working knowledge of PC hardware. | |
2. | Working knowledge of the internal functioning of, as well as how to operate, various operating systems, including (but not limited to) MS-DOS, Windows 95/98, Windows NT/2000, Windows XP, and Unix/Linux. | |
3. | Working knowledge of computer hardware and components. | |
4. | Working knowledge of networking and internet application software. | |
5. | Ability to analyze and evaluate information and observations, and to arrive at and construct logical and sound conclusions. | |
6. | Skill in the use of equipment related to computer evidence analysis. |
Title | : | FORENSIC SCIENTIST I (COMPUTER EVIDENCE) | |
Code | : | 630312 2PM | |
Page | : | 2 of 2 |
7. | Ability to apply computer evidence analysis procedures, methodology, and formulas to assigned work. | |
8. | Ability to explain analysis techniques, procedures and theories in a clear and concise manner so that non-scientists may understand the significance of the results obtained using these procedures. | |
9. | Ability to manage data base records and maintain accurate records. | |
10. | Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. | |
11. | Ability to prepare and deliver legal testimony accurately and be cross-examined and remain composed in court. | |
12. | Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships. | |
13. | Good judgment. |
Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher in a computer science or computer engineering field. |
NOTE: | Incumbents must pass a competency test prior to assuming casework responsibility, and must pass a proficiency test annually, in accordance with accreditation requirements. Additional continuing education and training may be required as condition of employment. |