Digital Forensics Examiner

About Us:
At RELI Group, our work is grounded in purpose. We partner with government agencies to solve complex challenges, improve public health, strengthen national security, and make government services more effective and efficient. Our team of over 500 professionals brings deep expertise and a shared commitment to delivering meaningful outcomes. Behind every solution is a group of experts who care deeply about impact—whether we’re supporting data-driven decisions, modernizing systems or safeguarding critical programs.

Position Summary:

RELI Group is seeking a highly skilled Digital Forensic Examiner to support Task 8 of the Information Security and Privacy Services (ISPS), as part of the Marketplace System Security and Privacy Support Services (MSSPSS) contract. This role will provide technical expertise in forensic evidence collection, digital investigation, and post-incident analysis to support CMS ACA and NST cybersecurity objectives. The Digital Forensic Examiner will work with incident response, threat intelligence, and SOC teams to investigate malicious activity, support chain-of-custody protocols, and prepare findings for legal and regulatory stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct forensic investigations related to cybersecurity incidents, data breaches, and policy violations
• Collect, analyze, and preserve digital evidence from various sources, including servers, endpoints, and cloud platforms
• Use industry-standard forensic tools (e.g., EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Volatility) to support disk, memory, and network forensics
• Ensure forensic procedures comply with legal standards, including chain-of-custody and evidentiary handling
• Collaborate with incident response teams to develop detailed reports, timelines, and root cause analyses
• Support the development of forensic readiness plans and investigative response protocols
• Present forensic findings to stakeholders, including technical teams, leadership, and legal personnel
• Assist in training activities and tabletop exercises related to digital forensics and incident response

• Bachelor’s degree in Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• 5+ years of experience conducting digital forensic investigations in a federal or enterprise environment
• Hands-on experience with forensic tools such as EnCase, FTK, Volatility, X-Ways, or Magnet AXIOM
• Understanding of NIST 800-61, FISMA, and legal/evidentiary standards for forensic investigations
• Ability to document findings clearly and concisely for technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and adherence to protocols and timelines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting CMS, HHS, or ACA-related security programs
• Certifications such as GCFA, CHFI, EnCE, or GCIH
• Familiarity with forensic analysis in cloud environments (AWS, Azure)
• Understanding of Zero Trust Architecture and advanced threat hunting techniques
• Experience working with legal counsel or regulatory investigators on digital evidence

EEO Employer:

RELI Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00 to $205,000.00. Actual compensation will depend on a range of factors, including but not limited to the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, certifications, location, other business and organizational needs, and applicable employment laws. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. RELI Group provides a variety of additional benefits to its employees. For additional details on the benefits that RELI Group offers click here