Forensic science technicians
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$67,440/yrSelf-taught + portfolio and certifications | Bachelor's in Computer Science, IT, or rel…↑ Above Average
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Digital Forensics Analyst
Digital Forensics Analysts investigate cybercrimes and security incidents by collecting and analyzing electronic eviden…
Typical pay
$78,000/yr
Education
Associate/Bachelor's common | Certs (Security+, Network+, etc.) strongly valued
Outlook
⇧ Strong
Why this matters in Law & Justice
Investigators and forensics solve cases.
What you’d actually do
Collect and preserve digital evidence, analyze hard drives and mobile devices, recover deleted files, document chain of custody, write forensic reports, testify as expert witnesses, use forensic tools, and support incident investigations.
What can I do right now?
- CTF competitions, CyberPatriot, Coding clubs, Security workshops
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