Data Management Analyst

THE FIRM

At Alston & Bird, an international law firm, we take pride in our work through impactful communication, collaboration, and community involvement. Our company culture has been recognized for Fortune magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For©” for 25 years in a row. This accolade, along with many others, fosters a continuous drive for innovation and professional development amongst our employees. Here at Alston & Bird, we have built a foundation of trust, consistency, and humanity that contributes to our overall success.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Atlanta office of Alston & Bird is searching for a Data Management Analyst to join the Legal Technology & Consulting Services team. Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, perform a variety of duties to assist Alston Discovery’s Legal Technology & Consulting Services (“LTCS”) department in the management and tracking of incoming and outgoing client and third party data, the archival and data disposition process, and ensuring the security of all data by tracking the custody and control of data in accordance with firm policies, department procedures, and applicable laws and regulations. Maintain positive contact with team members, other firm personnel, clients and third parties while maintaining confidentiality of client matters. Primary duty is the performance of work directly related to the management of the Firm’s clients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Data Management

• Assist the Technical Operating Coordinators with the management of the LTCS Data room, which includes 26 desktop computers.

• Assist the Senior Forensic Consultant with management of the Alston Discovery forensic hardware stored in the LTCS Data Room.

• Own the data intake, chain of custody, and tracking processes for all data received or sent out by LTCS.

• Manage the plugging and unplugging of hard drives into the desktops in the LTCS Data Room and the coordination with LTCS technology teams regarding this process.

• Track outgoing hard drives by serial and matter number, and coordinate with LTCS assistant and LTCS technology teams regarding their shipment.

• Bar-code and send hard drives to Records for storage upon completion of the upload or download of data by the LTCS technology teams.

• Assist LTCS assistant in managing archival and data disposition requests, including management of the Relativity Data Disposition mailbox.

• Assist LTCS assistant in maintaining the Alston Discovery Data Reporting database.

• Assist with updating the department’s data management processes and procedures.

• Provide regular reports to the LTCS technology teams and management regarding intake and inventory status.

• Perform any additional duties or special projects required by client needs.  

• Maintain confidentiality of all firm/client matters

Digital Forensics

 Assist Senior Digital Forensic Consultant with the following:

• ATL phone collections

• Connecting Phones in the LTCS Data Room

• Troubleshooting Phone connections

• Connect and disconnect drives in LTCS Data Room

• Connect drives to write blockers for collection

• Updating documentation

• Self-Collection Documents

• Forensics SOPs

• Chain of custody

• Acquisition documentation

• Assist with on-site ATL collections if needed

• Acquisition documentation

• Chain of custody

• Return / Pick up laptops/desktops/drives/phones from custodians

• Coordinate with the LTCS assistant for shipping hard drives for collection, accepting drives returning from collection, and bar-coding drives to be sent to Records

SKILLS NEEDED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Meticulous attention to detail, follow through, responsiveness and customer service skills.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

• Ability to comprehend and interpret verbal and written concepts to facilitate the accurate completion of a task.

• Ability to make sound decisions in the absence of clear instructions.

• Ability to establish effective working relationships throughout the Firm.

• Strong command of the English language and legal and technical terminology

• Excellent organization skills to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Familiarity with basic computer applications (e.g. MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.)

• Operate standard office equipment such as computers, photocopiers, and printers.

• Work infrequently requires more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the area of assignment as would be acquired during four years of high school.

• A minimum of a four-year bachelor’s degree is preferred.

• Previous experience of 4 or more years of Litigation support experience in a law firm, corporation, or e-discovery vendor is preferred.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Alston & Bird LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer does not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.

The statements contained in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive, additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned and requirements may vary from time to time.

Professional business references and a background check will be required for all final applicants selected for a position.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at [email protected].

Alston & Bird is not currently accepting resumes from agencies for this position. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if Alston & Bird hires the candidate.