Digital Forensic Analyst Cover Letter

Please consider me for the digital forensic analyst opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for detailed and advanced technical advice and guidance for all Windows Desktop Operating systems.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Microsoft Windows Server and Desktop Operating Systems
• Oracle Datebase
• Firewall, HIDS/IDS, SIEM
• Web server fundamentals
• Industry best practice security standards related to the above (DISA STIG, NIST, etc, …)
• Provide forensic analysis on multiple computer and network platforms to include Windows and Linux Operating Systems, mobile devices and virtual machines
• Demonstrates a profound sense of ethics, integrity and confidentiality
• Familiarity with EnCase, Forensic Toolkit, Autopsy/Sleauthkit

I am excited to be applying for the position of digital forensic analyst. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for detailed and advanced technical advice and guidance for all Windows Operating systems.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Coordinating with Human Resources and Legal representatives to appropriately respond to incidents
• Responding to computer incidents involving suspected malware, data loss prevention, digital evidence reviews
• Experience working with a traditional investigative function either in a corporate or law enforcement environment
• Experience working closely with other IT Security functions such as Operations, Architecture, and Physical Security
• Understanding of common file sync and share services
• A body of experience that includes either system administration or forensic investigation involving both Windows and Linux operating environments
• Experience interpreting corporate Code of Conduct and technology policy documents both while assessing potential misconduct, and for improving and refining the documents
• Knowledge of OS internals and encryption systems

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the digital forensic analyst position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for detailed and advanced technical guidance for all Windows Operating systems.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Knowledge of DLP solutions
• ISFCE CCE Certification
• Certified Cyber Forensics Professional Certification (CCFP)
• Preferred knowledge of current advanced adversary TTP’s and experience responding to ATP attacks
• Expertise in one digital forensic area – disk, memory, or network – and knowledgeable in all
• Experience analyzing artifacts from a broad spectrum of security incidents – anomalous activity, malware infections, DDoS traffic, unauthorized access, data extraction
• Knowledge of common attack types and their associated mitigations
• GIAC or digital forensics related certifications

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the digital forensic analyst position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support for the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Windows Operating Systems on physical and virtual platforms.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience with Cloud Environments (AWS, Azure, Google)
• CISSP AND CCNA or CEH or EC-Council Certified Security Analyst (ECSA)
• Conducting Data Loss Prevention investigations
• Conducting digital forensic examinations
• Strong knowledge of desk top / laptop hardware and software
• Strong Knowledge of IT networks, tools and data protection methodologies
• Assembling supporting evidence from a variety of sources
• Assisting other corporate groups to resolve issues

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the digital forensic analyst position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for technical expertise and ongoing support of Intel Servers, Windows operating systems, and VMWare infrastructure.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Foundational knowledge in Digital Forensics
• Experience collaborating as part of a larger security team
• Experience with EnCase, FTK, Helix, and Wireshark
• Experience with Cyber technical work, including network forensics, and basic static or dynamic malware analysis
• Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills, including technical communications
• EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE), AccessData Certified Examiner (ACE), Certified Computer Examiner (CCE), GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE), GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA), ISFCE CCE, Certified Cyber Forensics Professional (CCFP), or Certified Digital Examiner Forensics (CDEF) Certification
• Manage digital forensics examinations through the entire lifecycle
• Provide identification and seizure support, forensic data acquisition/imaging, forensically sound and non-forensic collection/capture of electronically stored information (ESI) from innumerable file structures and sources