Position Description
Join the Public Defender’s Office as an IT Forensics Technician. In this dynamic role, you will travel to various locations to collect, identify, and preserve digital evidence while providing essential technical assistance to investigators and staff. You'll work closely with attorneys to develop and prepare digital and electronic materials for trial, ensuring smooth technological operations. Your expertise will also be vital in editing and enhancing video recordings, maintaining IT systems, and handling help desk duties to resolve technical issues. Knowledge of DVR systems is crucial, and you will be on-call to address urgent issues as they arise. Staying updated with the latest technological advancements is key, and you will contribute to continually improving our tech capabilities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Travel to various locations to collect, identify, and/or preserve digital evidence.
- Provide technical assistance to investigators and other staff, ensuring they have the necessary tools and support.
- Assist lawyers in developing and/or preparing digital, electronic, and/or demonstrative materials for trial, ensuring all technological aspects run smoothly.
- Edit and enhance video recordings.
- Handle help desk duties, resolving technical issues for staff and ensuring optimal functionality of all equipment.
- Maintain and update IT systems, ensuring security and efficiency.
- Be knowledgeable in DVR systems and their maintenance.
- Be on-call to address urgent technical issues as they arise.
- Stay abreast of the latest technological advancements to continually improve our tech capabilities.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net .
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
Education and Experience:
- Associates degree, two (2) years of college, or equivalent. from an accredited college or university.
- Four (4) years of relevant experience Information Technology.
- One (1) year in digital forensics/media or similar role.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of IT systems, networks, and security.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate effectively with non-technical team members.
- Willingness to travel and handle fieldwork.
- Proficiency with DVR systems and troubleshooting.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but
ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
- Education: Undergraduate degree, preferably in Digital Forensic Science or Computer Science/Engineering.
- Experience: At least one (1) year of relevant experience, with a strong understanding of the forensic lifecycle, ability to perform scoping activities, evidence acquisitions on a range of devices, and conduct forensic analysis at an intermediate level.
- Additional Skills: Experience in digital forensics and evidence retrieval is a plus.
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
- Regular Full-time
- Monday - Friday | 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
Salary:
- Depends on Qualifications
- Based on 26 pay periods
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
