Pay Schedule I, Grade 29, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week A vacancy exists in the Police Department, Bureau of Administrative and Technical Services. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. You must include the dates of the promotions and reclassification. NOTE: Failure to complete all fields of the “Work Experience” section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.Examples of Duties
Under general supervision, processes, examines and analyzes computer hardware, software, electronically stored data and other computer-related evidentiary materials pertaining to law enforcement investigations.
- Prepares and presents reports of findings, provides expert testimony, and performs a variety of crime laboratory duties.
- Conducts thorough examinations of computer hard disk drives, and other electronic data storage media.
- Preserves and copies the original media.
- Prevents the transference of viruses, destructive programs, and inadvertent writes to and from the original media.
- Restores recoverable deleted files.
- Accesses password-protected and secured files.
- Uses forensic software applications to analyze electronic media.
- Examines the contents of a computer’s CMOS.
- Examines boot record data, system configuration, and operation command files.
- Verifies the correctness of the computer’s internal clock.
- Physically disassembles and examines computers and related hardware components.
- Identifies evidence of computer crimes such as the theft and sabotage of data; unlawful access of data and systems; fraudulent use of bank, credit, and telecommunications accounts; and the trafficking of pornography.
- Examines and analyzes text, graphics, multimedia, and digital images.
- Labels and secures evidence.
- Prepares and presents reports of examinations and findings.
- Works with prosecutors and others to prepare cases for trial.
- Provides expert opinion testimony in courts.
- Trains and instructs other employees.
- Provides advice and guidance regarding computer crimes.
- Gives presentations to community groups.
Examples of Other Duties
Attends and participates in seminars and conferences. Performs other related duties as required.
(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)QualificationsPossession of a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field
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at least two years of experience in computer forensics, computer systems analysis, and/or the operation, maintenance and repair of computer systems.
Additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
Education beyond a bachelor’s degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Licenses and CertificatesPossession of a valid driver’s license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver’s license is required at the time of appointment. All licenses and certifications must be maintained throughout employment.
Character RequirementsAll applicants must be of good moral character and emotionally stable, as determined by a comprehensive background investigation, polygraph examination, and drug test. Employees are subject to periodic drug testing.
Proof of Education, Licenses and CertificatesApplicants are required to submit proof of education beyond high school to meet the required qualifications for this job. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalency documentation from the World Education Services, Inc. (www.wes.org)
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Computer Forensic Examiner I
Office of Human Resources
308 Allegheny Avenue
Towson, MD 21204
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
Preferred Qualifications
At least two years of work experience in computer forensics or computer systems analysis. Forensic experience using the following techniques and tools – write blockers, Encase, FTK, X-Ways, Cellebrite, XRY.
EXAMINATION PROCEDUREApplicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation. Conditions of EmploymentEmployees in this classification may be assigned to a work shift which includes nights, evenings, weekend, and/or holidays. Employees in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies, and may be required to work overtime as needed.
Applicants appointed to this position are required to provide a DNA sample.
Physical and Environmental ConditionsThe duties of this classification requires walking and standing, moderate lifting and carrying of equipment and evidence, and travel between work sites.
Medical Examination and Employment Background InvestigationApplicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, and fingerprint check.