Overview
A global investigations, compliance, monitoring, and security and technology consulting firm is currently seeking a Digital Investigator to join its New York team.
The Digital Investigator role conducts research using various tools and methods to gather information from public records and digital footprints. It includes analyzing social media, performing web reconnaissance, and writing detailed reports. Additionally, the job requires supporting compliance research, unmasking anonymous online identities, and assessing digital vulnerabilities to ensure online safety and security.
Key Responsibilities
- Unmasking or attributing anonymous online identities
- Assessing digital vulnerabilities for individuals
- Conducting open-source research using various tools, databases, and manual methods
- Performing public records research
- Discovering digital footprints through both manual and tool-based methods
- Conducting basic web reconnaissance, including researching IP addresses and domains
- Analyzing social media
- Writing clear and detailed reports
- Supporting compliance research
Key Competencies
- Research Skills: excellence in conducting thorough open-source research, public records research, and digital footprint discovery using various tools and databases
- Technical Knowledge: Understanding of web reconnaissance techniques, including researching IP addresses and domains, as well as digital vulnerability assessments
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze social media and other digital platforms to gather relevant information and insights
- Report Writing: Strong writing skills to create clear, detailed, and comprehensive reports
- Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with compliance research to support regulatory and legal requirements
- Problem-Solving: Skills in unmasking or attributing anonymous online identities and addressing digital vulnerabilities
- Attention to Detail: Precision in conducting research and assessments to ensure accuracy and reliability of information
- Ethical Practice
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Criminal Justice, or a related discipline is often required.
- Previous experience in conducting open-source research, public records research, and digital footprint discovery.
- Experience in web reconnaissance, including researching IP addresses and domains, is essential.
- Familiarity with social media analysis and the ability to extract valuable insights from digital platforms is important.
- Strong report writing skills, with experience in creating detailed and comprehensive reports, are necessary.
