Senior Computer Forensic Manager

Start : Immediate
Toronto, Ontario

Position Responsibilities:

The candidate will assist in the deployment and use of appropriate Forensic Technology processes and tools on a wide variety of engagements, both in support of existing services and as a stand-alone service to Law firms, corporate clients and Government agencies.
The candidate  will manage the daily operations of ongoing computer forensic investigations, data quality control, data recovery processes, provide in-depth highly technical analysis of various types of data using proprietary and cutting edge forensic utilities related both to computer forensics and E-Discovery.
The candidate will be expected to actively support proposal development, conduct presentations to internal and external clients, supervise, lead, and train junior consultants, provide input with respect to practice technology initiatives and investments, and continue to build a network of client contacts.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

  • Manage and coordinate computer forensic services delivery in support to Digital Wyzdom Forensic engagements, E-Discovery mandates and on stand-alone service offerings.
  • Supervise all processes in obtaining, cataloging and maintaining evidence
  • Coordinate all digital evidence capturing and processing with Digital Wyzdom Forensic professionals.
  • Coordinate and support a computer forensic lab in a technically secure environment.
  • Meet and interact with clients, regulatory and law enforcement agencies to provide appropriate responses to their questions and concerns of our approach or service offerings for a particular assignment.  
  • Work with Managing Director or Senior Managers, leading the day-to-day field work (client facing) of multiple smaller or mid-sized engagements or portions of larger engagements.
  • Supervise, mentor, coach and guide more junior team members on engagements and administrative projects.
  • Perform appropriate forensic procedures to capture and preserve evidence for future use and analysis in a manner that allows for appropriate chain of custody and admittance into legal proceedings.
  • Help in the preparation and/or execution of Anton Pillar or other search warrants as required by the courts.
  • Prepare written reports summarizing our procedures and findings in a clear logical and concise manner that is acceptable to both internal and external parties.

Education and Background Requirements:

Computer Science degree or certificate of 5+ years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Civil or criminal computer forensic investigative experience preferred.
Extensive hands-on experience with computer forensic investigations.
Experience with 3rd party forensic software, disk duplication hardware write blockers.
Committed to continuous learning and a willingness to take external courses leading to one or more designations relevant to Forensic.
Strong competency with the following considered an asset:

  • A+, N+, CISSP, CISM
  • Computer hardware and software
  • Proficiency with Windows operating systems and Linux/Unix
  • General Networking and system concepts/architectures
  • General Database concepts
  • Document management
  • Troubleshooting - Assess and troubleshoot a variety of technical issues
  • Microsoft Exchange Server - Lotus Notes
  • Midrange operating systems. 

Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team with minimal supervision.
Highest personal integrity and professionalism in personal and professional undertakings.
Excellent analytical, consultative, and communication skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with particular attention to details.
Excellent ability to work effectively with clients, forensic professionals and computer forensic specialists.
Excellent client service skills with the ability to understand the client and businesses.
Ability to establish and maintain strong client relations.
Ability to deliver quality service and value to clients.