Digital Forensics Analyst

Leidos

Junior Digital Forensics Analyst joining Leidos to assist with digital investigations and incident response activities. Supporting evidence collection, forensic analysis, and collaboration within cybersecurity teams.

Posted 6/13/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $57,850 - $104,575 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityLinuxMacOS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with digital investigations, incident response activities, evidence collection, and forensic analysis across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments.
Collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence from computers, mobile devices, and cloud systems.
Support investigations involving cyber incidents, insider threats, malware infections, and policy violations.
Participate in incident response activities, including containment and recovery efforts.
Analyze logs, system artifacts, and network activity to identify indicators of compromise.
Help prepare forensic reports and present findings to senior analysts or stakeholders.
Collaborate with IT, legal, compliance, and security teams as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Criminal Justice, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Basic understanding of digital forensics and cybersecurity principles.
Familiarity with Windows, Linux, and macOS operating systems.
Knowledge of networking fundamentals, file systems, and system logs.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally.
Must have the ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement

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Hard Skills & Tools

digital forensicsincident responseevidence collectionforensic analysislog analysisnetwork activity analysiscybersecurity principlesnetworking fundamentalsfile systemssystem logs

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillswritten communicationverbal communicationprofessionalismcollaboration

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in CybersecurityBachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in Information TechnologyBachelor’s degree in Criminal JusticePublic Trust Security Clearance