(2027 Bachelor's/Master's graduates) Cyber & Forensic Technology Consulting Analyst/Associate

The role

This person will assist with security and privacy investigations regarding data security matters, breaches, and fraud. They will perform forensic analysis of digital information and collect digital evidence using various tools and programming languages.

What you will do

• Assist with security and privacy investigations in response to data security matters
• Engage in problem solving and forensic analysis of digital information
• Apply investigative techniques and digital forensic techniques against various systems
• Identify, research, and organize information to determine hacker activity
• Defensibly collect digital evidence and complete chain-of-custody documentation
• Leverage programming, model building, and database administration skills
• Communicate findings to team members, clients, and other professionals
• Assist with drafting written reports to summarize procedures and findings
• Work with business stakeholders to develop new tools
• Stay current with developments in digital forensics, software tools, e-discovery, and incident response

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree candidates graduating December 2026/Summer 2027
• Academic focus in Cybersecurity, Computer Science and Engineering, Digital Forensics, Management Information Systems, Security Information Systems, or related field
• Strong understanding of computer operating systems, software, and hardware
• Ability to conduct detailed forensic investigations and analyses of computers, networks, mobile devices, and removable media
• Strong understanding of proper evidence handling procedures and chain-of-custody
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated high level of initiative and leadership
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work
• Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities
• Excellent time management and task prioritization skills
• Clear and demonstrated interest in consulting through coursework, work experience, activities, or attendance at CRA recruiting events

Nice to have

• Experience with conducting digital forensic analyses using commercial and open-source forensic tools
• Experience with conducting static/dynamic malware analyses and threat hunting
• High-level familiarity with legal concepts related to intellectual property
• Experience with utilizing automation tools and scripts
• Understanding of incident handling procedures
• Understanding of common attack techniques used by an adversary
• Digital forensics/incident response training and/or certifications, including SANS GIAC (GCIA, GCFA, GCFE, GNFA, GCCC, and/or GREM), IACIS (CFCE or CIFR), and/or Guidance Software (EnCE)

Benefits

• 100 hours of training annually
• Technical training, presentation skills, internal seminars, and career mentoring
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Commuter benefits

Before you apply

• Must be graduating from a bachelor's or master's degree program
• Must provide a resume including current address, personal email and telephone number
• Must provide a cover letter describing interest in CRA and role goals
• Must provide a transcript
• Candidate resume review will commence on or after August 31

About the company

Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that provides economic, financial, technical, and business management expertise to major law firms, corporations and governments around the world.