WHO IS A COMPUTER FORENSIC

EXAMINER
The involvement of Digital Forensics in the field of investigation and legal proceeding has brought
into picture the importance of trained & experienced computer forensic examiners. Computer Forensic
Examiner or analysts are expert personnel who work individually or as an integrated team to help build
a case based upon forensically acquired evidence. They also generate reports based on their knowledge
and retrieved intelligence which are acceptable as genuine proofs in a court of law.
Owing to the versatile roles performed by a Digital Forensic Examiner, it is inevitable that they
possess wide knowledge on investigative procedures, legal matters and most importantly have
understanding and experience in working with various computer forensic tools in addition to handling
digital media & storage devices.

The primary responsibilities of a forensic analyst include discovering, identifying, collecting and
organizing retrieved intelligence from digital media and storage devices, servers, social media &
emails, internet usage, web history, flash drives, USB sticks, laptops, SD cards etc.
We can broadly classify the principal duties of a Computer forensic Examiner into the following:

Choosing the Right Forensic Tools

An arsenal of digital forensic tools are available for data recovery, tracing fraudulent transactions,
monitoring online/internet activities, tracking recent computer activities and mapping correlation
between events and entities. Specialized forensic examiners are well experienced in selecting the

appropriate tools, software and hardware and help retain admissible information while minimizing the
risk of losing any important data.

Recovering, Organizing & Documenting Evidence

The discovery, acquisition and conversion of evidence/ data into legally admissible proof are the basic
role performed by a computer forensic analyst. This role has multifaceted responsibilities of recovering
deleted data/ files, deleted emails, scrutinizing reports for omissions, fraudulent claims &
inconsistencies, finding alternate interpretation of facts & statements, tracking, books, records &
complex documents, determining internet usage, tracking emails, online transactions, recent computer
activities and events.
Based on the knowledge and acquired evidence, thorough fact based reports are prepared by the digital
forensic examiners which assist in drawing significant conclusions regarding the criminal or civil
proceedings. From a comprehensive point of view forensic examiners answer questions like, who,
what, why, how and when of a case.

Expert Witness Testimony

Since forensic analysts are completely involved in investigative procedures, they are also highly
experienced and trained in acting as testifying personnel during trials. Most analysts prove as expert
witnesses and reliable source of untainted facts and evidences for the effective representation of
defendants across all county, state & federal courts.

Expertise in Dealing with Civil & Criminal Investigations

The job of a Forensic Analyst is versatile. Their skills & expertise extend to dealing with serious
criminal litigation like homicides, Child pornography and Sex crimes in addition to White Collar
Crimes like Securities, Insurance, Healthcare Frauds, Bankruptcy and Ponzi Schemes.

It is essential to locate a cohesive investigative team who blend in the right proportions of traditional
investigative methods and forensic analysis to represent defendants and investigate criminal and civil
litigations with equal proficiency.
The Institute of Forensic Examination & Criminal Investigations (ICFECI) located in the Northern
District of Texas, is one of the Digital Forensic Analysis units which has the unique combination of
diligent and experienced researchers and a well equipped lab with cutting edge forensic tools to
support a wide range of investigations.
The complete computer forensic investigative team at ICFECI with the help of advanced tools like
Access Data & P2P Networking are capable in handing variety of cases by investigating within
professional & legal boundaries while providing effective resolution for legal proceedings.

Contact us
Address: 4360 Western Center Blvd., #304
City: Fort Worth
State: Texas
Country: U.S.A.
Pin code: 76137