Computer Forensics Career

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Arizona State University Bachelor Online Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
Learn to uncover and analyze evidence that can be used in court during criminal and civil cases.
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Arizona State University Master Online Professional Science Master’s in Forensic Science (PSM)
Courses in toxicology, botany, entomology, forensic science and forensic DNA.
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Arizona State University Master Online Master of Science in Forensic Psychology
Explore research methods, legal psychology and the treatment of mental disorders to learn how such issues connect with the legal system.
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Arizona State University Bachelor Online Bachelor of Science in Psychology – Forensic Psychology
Explore the intersection of law and mental health with an online forensic psychology degree
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Utica University Bachelor BS in Cybersecurity - Network Forensics and Intrusion Investigation
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Utica University Master MS in Cybersecurity - Computer Forensics
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The process of searching digital media parallels the process of investigating a crime scene, in the sense that investigators don't know ahead of time what they are looking for. Generally, the first step in a computer forensics analysis is to make a copy (also known as an image) of the data to be analyzed. Experts then use specialty tools, such as Guidance Software's EnCase to collect and analyze digital evidence. Special care must be taken to preserve data stored in the computer's memory that will disappear when it is turned off, and any other information that is lost when the computer is turned off.

The computer forensics expert must take detailed notes during every step of the process. These notes are used to write a full report about the analysis and its conclusions. If the computer evidence is used in a case that goes to trial, the computer forensics expert may be required to testify in court about the work.

Computer forensics is an ever-changing field of forensic science that is very much in demand, as you can see by looking at job sites like Careerbuilder.com. The field promises continued challenging and exciting career opportunities as digital media becomes increasingly pervasive.

Consider a computer forensics degree to get started on your career path in the area.

School Level Program Admissions
Utica University Bachelor BS in Cybersecurity - Network Forensics and Intrusion Investigation Website
Utica University Master MS in Cybersecurity - Computer Forensics Website