eDiscovery & Digital Forensics - Vice President, Forensics

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone.

AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees’ work-life integration.  Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person (at client site or AlixPartners office) and remote working.  Travel is part of this position, but the frequency may vary based on client, team, and individual circumstances.

What you’ll do

Companies today are generating and storing vast amounts of data. To resolve litigation and investigations, they need the right technology and a sensible strategy from a trusted partner to execute an efficient, defensible, and comprehensive plan for data collection and analysis. They need to know what the data means to resolve what happened. Our team of digital forensics experts have extensive experience with data collection and preservation, data extraction, evidence handling, forensic analysis, and expert testimony.

We are looking for a digital forensics professional to help expand our capabilities, working on a wide range of interesting and often fast-moving projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

• Perform forensic collections of electronic evidence from a variety of data sources, including mobile devices, computers, cloud platforms, and enterprise systems while following industry-best practices.

• Prepare collected data as required by the processing team, including the extraction and conversion of data from mobile device and computer forensic images.

• Ensure digital forensics best practices are followed to guarantee the accuracy and reliability of data collection and extraction processes.
• Comply with internal standards and best practices for preservation, collection, and management of electronic evidence, and contribute to process improvement and revisions, when needed.
• Advise clients on data collection, including document retention, custodian interviews, early scoping discussions, and chain-of-custody procedures.
• Use a problem-solving approach to overcome unexpected technical and operational challenges.
• Identify and address needs of clients and colleagues in written and oral form, including drafting reports and presentations to clients.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends in digital forensics, eDiscovery, consumer technologies, and encryption.

This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties or responsibilities.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Digital Forensics, or related.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE), EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE), or other relevant industry certifications.
• 3 - 6 years of professional or consulting experience in the field of digital forensics or eDiscovery preferred.
• Preferred working experience with any of the following products or tools: Cellebrite, Oxygen Forensics, Elcomsoft suite, Magnet AXIOM, EnCase, X-Ways, Forensic Tool Kit (FTK), or other similar tools used for data collection.
• Hands-on experience with data extraction from a variety of electronic data sources.
• Familiarity with eDiscovery and the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM).
• Ability to engage technically while also bringing commercial acumen and client facing confidence.
• Capacity to thrive in a fast‐paced, entrepreneurial environment comprised of high achievers and high client expectations.
• Strong project management skills including the ability to balance multiple tasks, self-prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours and as unique projects/needs arise.
• Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday.
• Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners’ Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization.

The location of this professional is in our Chicago or Boston office. Paid relocation is not available.

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits program including health, vision, dental, disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, identity theft protection, and mental wellness support. Employees will also receive a generous paid leave policy.  

The salary range for this role takes into account a number of factors and is between $110,000 - $165,000 with potential eligibility for annual discretionary bonus.

AlixPartners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. AlixPartners is a proud Silver award-winning Veteran Friendly Employer.

This job will remain posted until 07/31/2025