Digital Forensic Examiner 1
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Digital Forensic Examiner 1
Salary
$67,736.00 - $102,905.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2026-45285-01508
Department
Pennsylvania State Police
Division
SP Cmp Crm Task Force
Opening Date
04/09/2026
Closing Date
4/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
01508
Position Number
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
B4
Pay Group
ST08
Bureau / Division Code
00208243
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Criminal Investigation / Computer Crimes Task Force
Worksite Address
1800 Elmerton Avenue
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17110
Contact Name
PSP Human Resource Civilian Placement
Contact Email
RA-SPSPCIVILPLCMT@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Do you enjoy solving mysteries because you know where to find hidden digital fingerprints? Are you curious by nature and determined to utilize investigative skills to unlock the truth? The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Computer Crimes Task Force is seeking a Digital Forensic Examiner 1. Our team thrives in complex situations that rely on solid technical expertise. If you want to help keep communities safe by helping law enforcement secure cyber evidence that stops crime, then this job is for you. Apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Digital Forensic Examiner 1, you will examine analogical and digital video or audio and multimedia evidence seized by law enforcement officers. You will analyze video operating files and network communications found in diverse technology environments. You will recover file information that has been deleted, encrypted, or damaged and provide expert testimony at court proceedings. Your technical analysis of digital evidence will be used to investigate traffic activity, homicide, fraud, robbery, assault, burglary, identity theft, sex crimes, and solicitation. This role requires solid technical skills to examine digital equipment and media as well as meticulous care to ensure original evidence and proper chain of custody is preserved. In addition, you will serve as a local area network administrator, assist the Video Analysis/Computer Crimes Unit, and travel to crime scenes to identify, collect, preview, and secure digital evidence.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50700113) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $67,736.00 (before taxes).
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
A bachelor's degree in digital forensics, cyber forensics, forensic science, computer science or any information technology field that includes 3 college credits in computer networking and 3 college credits in information technology security, network security, or cyber security; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 3 college credits in computer networking and 3 college credits in information technology security, network security, or cybersecurity.
Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
Special Requirements:
You must be in possession of an active motor vehicle license.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency Guidelines.
You must obtain and maintain the Certified Video Technician Certification Levels 1 and 2 within the probationary period and maintain the same for the duration of employment in this job .
You must obtain and maintain an active Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Police within the probationary period and maintain the same for the duration of employment in this job.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
You must pass criminal history and background investigations if you do not have a current Pennsylvania State Police background on file.
This job title has been identified as performing critical duties. Prior to placement in this job title, the selected candidate regardless of their current job, must submit a Report of Medications for screening by the Pennsylvania State Police Medical Officer.
You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) for additional information.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to ap
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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Have you successfully completed, or are you within three months of completing a bachelor's degree in digital forensics, cyber forensics, forensic science, computer science or any information technology field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.org ("www.naces.org/"target=_blank") and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes
No
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If you are within three months of completing a bachelor's degree in digital forensics, cyber forensics, forensic science, computer science or any information technology field, on what date do you expect to graduate? If this does not apply to you, please @type N/A in the text box.
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How much college coursework have you completed in digital forensics, cyber forensics, forensic science, computer science or any information technology? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
A conferred Bachelor's degree or higher level degree
120 credits or more
90 but less than 120 credits
60 but less than 90 credits
30 but less than 60 credits
Less than 30 credits
None
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Have you completed at least 3 college credits in computer networking? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.org ("www.naces.org/"target=_blank") and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes
No
05
If yes, please provide the course number(s) and course(s) name in the box below.
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Have you completed at least 3 college credits in information technology security, network security, or cyber security? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.org ("www.naces.org/"target=_blank") and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes
No
07
If yes, please provide the course number(s) and course name(s) in the box below.
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - CONDUCTS RESEARCH AND DOCUMENTS FINDINGSConducts research through a variety of means (written or electronic) to acquire knowledge/information needed to access electronic evidence. Prepares forensic examination reports to document findings of the research.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience conducting digital forensic research through a variety of means to acquire knowledge/information needed to access electronic evidence; AND I have prepared forensic examination reports to document findings of the research.
B. I have experience conducting digital forensic research through a variety of means to acquire knowledge/information needed to access electronic evidence; but I HAVE NOT prepared forensic examination reports on my research.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to research methods, qualitative analysis, or report writing.
D. I have no experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The @types(s) of research you conducted.
The means you used to conduct research.
The @type(s) of reports you prepared.
The actual duties you performed.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college-level coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - CONDUCTS EXAMINATIONS OF DIGITAL EQUIPMENT AND MEDIAConducts technical examinations of digital equipment and media that were allegedly used to commit a suspected crime. Preserves original evidence and produces and validates an image for analysis purposes by connecting to and accessing systems, using various specialized forensic tools and techniques to identify and gather case pertinent electronic data. Processes, recovers, and documents evidence from seized computer systems, peripheral, mobile, and network devices. Participates in identifying and securing forensic acquisition and analysis equipment which may be unique to particular evidence.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience conducting technical forensic examinations of digital equipment and media for a LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY which includes identifying, gathering/recovering, and documenting evidence.
B. I have experience conducting examinations of digital equipment and media for a NON-LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY OR EMPLOYER which includes identifying and gathering/collecting data.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to information technology security, digital forensics, or computer science.
D. I have no experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The @types(s) of examinations you conducted.
The @type(s) of equipment on which examinations were conducted.
The actual duties you performed.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college-level coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - TROUBLESHOOTS, REPAIRS, ASSEMBLES, AND DISASSEMBLES DIGITAL DEVICESTroubleshoots, repairs, assembles, and disassembles computer systems, as well as peripheral, mobile, and network devices before and after evidence processing to access needed evidence and to allow for the examination and evaluation of digital data that was obtained from forensic examinations.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience troubleshooting, repairing, assembling, and disassembling computer systems, peripheral, mobile, AND network devices.
B. I have experience troubleshooting, repairing, assembling, and disassembling computer systems, peripheral, mobile, OR network devices.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to hardware basics or troubleshooting; OR I have received a certification in such areas as A+ Certification or Network+ Certification.
D. I have no experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The @types(s) of equipment you worked on.
The actual duties you performed.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college-level coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University/Training Source
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - ANALYZING VIDEO, PHOTO, AND MEDIA CONTENTAnalyzes and examines video, photo, and media content for investigations and trials. Apply processing techniques to prepare and enhance video and audio evidence of criminal activity for criminal investigation and courtroom purposes.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience analyzing and examining video, photo, and media content; and I applied processing techniques to prepare and enhance video and audio evidence of criminal activity.
B. I have experience analyzing and examining video, photo, and media content; however, someone else applied the processing techniques to prepare and enhance video and audio evidence.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to data analysis or media forensics.
D. I have no experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed, including the @type of information you analyzed.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college-level coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
