Central Intelligence Agency
Digital Forensics Engineer
Central Intelligence Agency, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Digital Forensics Engineers analyze data from ongoing cyber-attacks, and develop new forensic code, tools, and techniques to extract data of value for analysts to review.U.S. citizens (dual U.S. citizens also eligible)At least 18 years of ageWilling to move to the Washington, DC areaAble to complete security and medical evaluationsAs a Digital Forensic Engineer (DFE) for CIA, you will focus on the Agency's toughest technology challenges and cyber threats. DFEs are energetic and enthusiastic computer or engineering professionals who enjoy tackling hard challenges, are excited to learn about the newest technologies as they emerge, and love it when no two days of work are ever the same.A day in the life of a DFE can vary widely. DFEs use their in-depth knowledge about technology to forensically analyze data from sophisticated cyber attacks, create new methods of forensic analysis and recovery, and research new file formats, mobile devices, technologies, and storage devices. DFEs are expected to be able to analyze data in a way that maintains the integrity and objectivity of the forensics process, but DFEs are constantly tinkering, innovating, and problem solving to come up with new technical solutions to evolving digital challenges.Who You’ll Work With
At the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), we recognize our Nation’s strength comes from the diversity of its people. People from a broad range of backgrounds and viewpoints work at CIA, and our diverse teams are the reason we can keep our country safe.Our benefits support every aspect of a working professional’s life, including health and wellness, time off, family, finances, and continuing education. Our programs include highly sought-after government health benefits, flexible schedules, sick leave, and childcare. In some cases, we also offer sign-on incentives and cover moving expenses if you relocate.As a CIA employee, you’ll also get the satisfaction of knowing your work is part of something bigger than yourself. Our work is driven by one mission: to keep our Nation safe. Every day is an opportunity to enhance U.S. national security.Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree, with at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale, in one of the following fields or related studies:
Electrical EngineeringComputer EngineeringComputer ScienceApplied Mathematics
Or five (5) years of hands-on professional experience in one of the following fields:Vulnerability ResearchReverse Engineering (hardware and/or software)Digital Forensic EngineeringOr substantially similar fieldAbility to code/programAbility to learn new programming languages as neededStrong understanding of digital hardware and/or software at its deepest levelsA passion for thinking outside of the box to solve complex digital security problemsStrong initiativeStrong verbal and written communication skills, especially the ability to articulate technical requirements to a non-technical audienceMaster’s degree or higher in one of the following fields or related studies:
Electrical EngineeringComputer EngineeringComputer ScienceApplied Mathematics
Knowledge of:
Operating system concepts (UNIX/Linux, Windows, iOS, or Android) such as Security models, File systems, Process management and isolation, Inter-process communication, Networking, CryptographyComputer science fundamentalsBasic Computer Network Exploitation (CNE) and Computer Network Attack (CNA) techniques and terminology
Familiarity with reverse engineering and/or exploitationExperience in vulnerability analysis of source code or assemblyKnowledge of exploitation techniquesFamiliarity with exploitation mitigation techniquesExperience with Ghidra, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, or a similar suite of toolsKnowledge of networking fundamentals at all OSI layersExperience in red teaming or pen-testingExperience in tinkering/side projects and/or hackathons
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At the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), we recognize our Nation’s strength comes from the diversity of its people. People from a broad range of backgrounds and viewpoints work at CIA, and our diverse teams are the reason we can keep our country safe.Our benefits support every aspect of a working professional’s life, including health and wellness, time off, family, finances, and continuing education. Our programs include highly sought-after government health benefits, flexible schedules, sick leave, and childcare. In some cases, we also offer sign-on incentives and cover moving expenses if you relocate.As a CIA employee, you’ll also get the satisfaction of knowing your work is part of something bigger than yourself. Our work is driven by one mission: to keep our Nation safe. Every day is an opportunity to enhance U.S. national security.Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree, with at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale, in one of the following fields or related studies:
Electrical EngineeringComputer EngineeringComputer ScienceApplied Mathematics
Or five (5) years of hands-on professional experience in one of the following fields:Vulnerability ResearchReverse Engineering (hardware and/or software)Digital Forensic EngineeringOr substantially similar fieldAbility to code/programAbility to learn new programming languages as neededStrong understanding of digital hardware and/or software at its deepest levelsA passion for thinking outside of the box to solve complex digital security problemsStrong initiativeStrong verbal and written communication skills, especially the ability to articulate technical requirements to a non-technical audienceMaster’s degree or higher in one of the following fields or related studies:
Electrical EngineeringComputer EngineeringComputer ScienceApplied Mathematics
Knowledge of:
Operating system concepts (UNIX/Linux, Windows, iOS, or Android) such as Security models, File systems, Process management and isolation, Inter-process communication, Networking, CryptographyComputer science fundamentalsBasic Computer Network Exploitation (CNE) and Computer Network Attack (CNA) techniques and terminology
Familiarity with reverse engineering and/or exploitationExperience in vulnerability analysis of source code or assemblyKnowledge of exploitation techniquesFamiliarity with exploitation mitigation techniquesExperience with Ghidra, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, or a similar suite of toolsKnowledge of networking fundamentals at all OSI layersExperience in red teaming or pen-testingExperience in tinkering/side projects and/or hackathons
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