Lab Manager

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Requisition # 353 Job Title: Lab Manager Location: 6595 Springfield Center Dr Springfield, Virginia 22150 Clearance Level: Top Secret Required Certification(s): · GCIA, GCED, GCFA, GCFE, GCTI, GNFA, GCIH, ECSA, CHFI, CISSP, Security+, Network+, CEH, CND. CCE, CFC, EnCE, CFCE, GREM

Required to be onsite 5 days a week

SUMMARY: Agile Defense is currently seeking a Digital Forensics Lab Manager to support an Agency-level Focused Operations (FO) team at DHS. The FO program is part of a team that provides comprehensive Computer Network Defense and Response support through monitoring and analysis of potential threat activity targeting the enterprise. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the central digital device laboratory and develop and enforce lab best practices. The lab supports multiple aspects of the Agency’s digital forensic analysis of observed or suspected malware samples/evidence and investigates computer security incidents to include insider threat investigations. The Lab Manager will be leading and overseeing all case work related to forensics investigations for a variety of platforms and devices, including networks, file and operating systems, memory, email, and browsers. As these cases and activities may be used as evidence as part of legal proceedings for potential computer crimes, the Lab manager must be highly disciplined in handing and enforcing strict protocols for case management, chain of custody, and reporting.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Manage and monitor resources, staff, and performance, to drive efficiency and professional development as it relates to digital forensics and forensic lab processes. · Write and maintain laboratory policy documents and procedures for incorporation into the quality management system. · Work to ensure forensic lab processes and procedures are implemented and adhered to uniformly and comprehensively. · Manage evidence Intake/Outtake and Evidence Storage. · Manage overall case load and assist with forensic analysis and reporting of case workload when required. · Oversee development of staff to ensure digital forensics procedures are conducted in accordance with policy and best practices. · Work with the Government leads to ensure all lab equipment inventories, requirements, licensing, and operating standards are maintained.

QUALIFICATIONS  Required Certifications · GCIA, GCED, GCFA, GCFE, GCTI, GNFA, GCIH, ECSA, CHFI, CISSP, Security+, Network+, CEH, CND. CCE, CFC, EnCE, CFCE, GREM Education, Background, and Years of Experience · Bachelor’s Degree

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Required Skills · Possess at least 5 years of directly relevant experience performing digital forensic analysis with demonstrated leadership responsibilities. · Active Top Secret Security Clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI is required. Preferred Skills

WORKING CONDITIONS Environmental Conditions · Onsite five days a week in Springfield, VA Strength Demands · Light – 20 lbs. Maximum lifting with frequent lift/carry up to 10 lbs. A job is light if less lifting is involved but significant walking/standing is done or if done mostly sitting but requires push/pull on arm or leg controls. Physical Requirements · Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl; See