Technology
Digital Forensics Analysts
Conduct investigations on computer-based crimes establishing documentary or physical evidence, such as digital media and logs associated with cyber intrusion incidents. Analyze digital evidence and investigate computer security incidents to derive information in support of system and network vulnerability mitigation. Preserve and present computer-related evidence in support of criminal, fraud, counterintelligence, or law enforcement investigations.
Median salary
$108,970
Typical range
$53k – $177k
Job outlook
+8% (faster than average)
AI exposure
Plan a path to Digital Forensics Analysts
Education
Typical entry: Bachelor's degree
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Digital Forensics Analysts Intern
Internship
$36,000
~4 mos to advance
Junior Digital Forensics Analysts
Entry / Junior
$52,650
~2 yrs to advance
Digital Forensics Analysts
Established
$108,970
~3 yrs to advance
Senior Digital Forensics Analysts
Senior
$142,885
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Fields of study
Any field
Top colleges for Technology
Explore all- Massachusetts Institute of Technology4% admit · $124,000 grad pay
- Stanford University4% admit · $122,000 grad pay
- Carnegie Mellon University11% admit · $109,000 grad pay
- University of California, Berkeley11% admit · $97,000 grad pay
- Georgia Institute of Technology16% admit · $99,000 grad pay
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