Digital Forensics and Computer Examiner Online Training

Digital forensics and computer examination both deal with investigating and analyzing electronic devices and digital data while searching for evidence of crimes or for private purposes. Digital forensics is mostly about using specialized techniques for recovering, analyzing and then preserving electronic information. Computer examination is more focused on scrutinizing hardware and devices. Both involve identifying and examining digital artifacts like files, logs, and metadata and trying to reconstruct events and establish a timeline of activities.

Becoming a digital forensic examiner is not an easy path, but it is possible. Like many jobs in IT, it's very difficult to get an entry-level job without experience, but it's nearly impossible to get entry-level experience without a job. The mandatory step in becoming a digital forensic examiner is learning hands-on and applicable skills of the job and getting realistic experience with using them from a course like this.

It is possible to do digital forensics without a degree, but there's no denying that a bachelors or masters degree in computer sciences is helpful. Some digital forensics positions require a degree – and it'll be hard to persuade them otherwise. But plenty of positions accept certifications, first-hand experience, and portfolios of projects as ways for a candidate to prove their familiarity with the tools and processes of digital forensic examination.

Yes, learning digital forensics and computer examination is worthwhile, even if you don't plan to pursue it as your career. The skills you'll learn from this course provide a valuable understanding of cybersecurity, data integrity, and investigative techniques. Our world is increasingly digital, understanding digital forensics gives you the ability to protect information while detecting cyber threats. Plus, forensics is fundamentally about analysis and problem-solving, deeply valuable professional skills.

There are a number of different certifications that you can earn to help your chances of landing a digital forensics or computer examiner position. The skills in this course cover many of the objectives outlined in the Basic Computer Forensic Examiner (BCFE) & Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) certifications from IACIS. Advanced Check Point certifications like the CCSM cover a deep familiarity with their hardware and investigative skills. The Fortinet family of certifications explore increasingly deep levels of familiarity with advanced cybersecurity hardware. And CompTIA's CySA+, CASP+ and PenTest+ all include skills that are essential for digital forensics examiners.