Considerations in a Computer Forensic Analyst’s Job
Posted on December 28, 2009
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Watching forensic television shows don’t exactly depict a day in the job of forensic investigators. The tasks that they do are mentally draining and time consuming. They may look interesting due to great camera angles and effects but in reality it takes lots of patience and a keen attention to details.
Computer analysts are more concerned with analyzing computer systems to find out if they have been used or illegal activities or crimes. They also find out if the suspect’s compute contain evidence that may contribute to the investigation of the case.
Electronic evidence can be gathered from different sources. An example of this is the company's work. The analyst can gather the information in three parts. First at the suspect’s workstation, second on the server he accessed and lastly at the network which connects the two.
Like any other piece of evidence the information gathered must be handled carefully. It also must follow the standards of admissible evidence so that it will be accepted in court. The analyst can only use methods and tools that has been tested and evaluated to make sure that they reliable and accurate. Tools can be verified by the Defense Cyber Crime Institute at no cost.
The original evidence must be handled as little as possible so that the data will not be modified. Electronic data can be easily changed compared to physical evidences. Analysts must also be cautious of viruses, damages and traps.
After the evidence has been analyzed the analyst establishes and maintains the chain of custody. The evidence will then be stored in its proper place. After the examination has been finished the analyst documents his or her reports and findings. This also includes everything that he has done so far in his investigation. The analyst has to keep in mind that they should exceed beyond their knowledge approach the investigation without bias.
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