DCI Senior Investigator ICAC 2026-01068

DCI Senior Investigator ICAC 2026-01068

Salary

$38.15 - $42.39 Hourly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-01068

Department

Attorney General

Division

DCI OPS

Opening Date

04/14/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

PSNI10

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position is for a non-sworn Senior Investigator in the Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI), under the direction of the Computer Crime Team Supervisor, to perform investigative functions with emphasis in investigations related to the processing and analysis of digital evidence, provide support and systems administration of the office IT infrastructure, and support the day-to-day investigative functions of the Wyoming DCI, the DCI Computer Crime Team and Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. This is a grant-funded position funded through the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Program (OJJDP) ICAC Grant.

DCI provides employees with an opportunity to develop expertise while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

The State of Wyoming's total compensation package is excellent and includes:

• Paid annual and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Retirement with employer contributions
• Deferred Compensation Plan with employer contributions
• Health insurance with an employer contribution toward premiums
• Insurance options for health, dental, life, vision, ambulance, and short and long-term disability
• Longevity pay

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Human Resource Contact: Stacy Berres / 307-777-7130 / stacy.berres@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Perform investigations in a non-sworn capacity.
• Perform computer forensic analysis by identifying, preserving, and analyzing data and technical items for evidence involving breaking encryption, recovering and analyzing files from hard drives, examining computers and data storage media, etc.
• Employ forensically sound methods to preserve digital evidence, including computer hard drives, flash media, solid-state drives, and cellular phones, process it, and interpret the results in a meaningful and presentable manner in court.
• Act as part of search warrant teams to search for, identify, and seize evidence according to established policies, procedures, and laws.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in performing onsite previews, processing live systems, wired networks, and wireless networks.
• Provide testimony as a qualified expert in the areas of computer forensics, digital media analysis, evidence seizure, and crime scene processing for computers, cellular phones, digital storage devices, wired networks, and wireless networks.
• Support and scale infrastructures of networks to meet the Computer Crime Teams needs pertaining to the maintenance and configuration of undercover and classroom networks and equipment such as firewalls, switches, and routers.
• Provide direct support, maintenance, and configuration of systems used for investigative de-confliction queries, geolocation of IP addresses, images and image hash queries, forensic analysis request services, and activity tracking as required by the Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Program for ICAC grant reporting.
• Manage such server technical aspects, including, but not limited to, DNS, DHCP, IP addressing, firewall configuration, remote access, core OS setup/configuration, backup/restore, security groups, trust relationships, user/group administration, admin delegation, security certificates, and web services.
• Provide direct support, operation, and maintenance of a lab that utilizes Windows desktop environments and requires maintenance of the software applications used in such environments.
• Maintain the training environment through system and software updates and maintenance of the wired and wireless network equipment.
• Operate as a liaison with the ICAC De-confliction System (IDS) operators and establish and maintain communication protocols between the Wyoming de-confliction system and IDS to naturally provide de-confliction services.
• Responsible for maintaining software and hardware licenses, facilitating repairs when needed, providing input and detailed specifications of the software and hardware to be used, and assisting the Computer Crimes team leader in establishing the budget for equipment, training, and software.
• Responsible for the maintenance of the mobile forensic laboratory, operating and maintaining the interview equipment, forensic equipment, internal wired and wireless network and equipment, undercover Internet connection via a cellular carrier, evidence storage equipment, printer/copier equipment, file server, and search warrant supplies.
• Operate highly specialized equipment for recovering data from damaged or secured cell phones.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to candidates with computer forensics certifications, a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice or Computer Forensic related studies plus at least one year of law enforcement experience.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Forensic knowledge of Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems as well as forensic knowledge of common applications used in these operating systems that can contain evidence of criminal activity.
• Knowledge and understanding of Bootcamp and virtual machine environments for these functions.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of the Wyoming de-confliction systems for performing lookups of images, videos, and files related to child pornography investigations.
• Knowledge of onsite preview tools, as well as the implementation of hardware, and write blockers.
• Knowledge of capturing volatile data, such as RAM contents, from a running system.
• Knowledge and experience of Ubuntu Linux server, PHP programming, HTML coding, XML coding, SQL scripting, bash scripting, MySQL database administration, VPN server operations, and making data backups.
• Knowledge of virtual machine software, software used for conducting distributed network attacks in order to crack encrypted data, software for distributing processing of high-volume data, masking system identities, restoring systems to their baseline configuration, and conducting in-depth forensic analysis of recovered data when necessary.
• Knowledge and ability to perform soldering to repair and/or replace cell phone components.
• Knowledge and experience to be a subject matter expert in the field of digital forensics.
• Knowledge of data entry and collection and data reporting systems.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system.
• Knowledge of the various criminal justice systems, programs, networks, and agencies.
• Skill in conducting subject and telephone interviews.
• Skill in computer-aided searches and database management.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in collection, analysis, utilization, and interpretation of data.
• Skill in decision-making in regard to the value of specific records.
• Ability to mentor other forensic investigators.
• Ability to interpret and clearly communicate policies and procedures and statutory mandates to various criminal justice agencies.
• Ability to produce written documents with clearly organized thoughts using proper sentence construction, punctuation, and grammar.
• Ability to communicate in English by phone or in person in a group or one-to-one setting.
• Ability to think analytically and interpret data in a variety of records systems.
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and evaluate research findings and recommendations.
• Ability to work cooperatively with employees from other law enforcement agencies.
• Ability to organize and present accurate information in a logical sequence.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Criminal Justice or Computer Forensics)

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience in Investigations

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience in Investigations

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to travel statewide and nationwide.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Ability to pass a background investigation.

Supplemental Information

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URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(PSIN10) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

05

(PSIN10) Do you possess a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a Bachelors Degree, plus one year of law enforcement experience in the area of computer forensics?

• Yes
• No

07

Describe your experience with digital/computer forensics, and any related certifications you possess below.

08

(AA) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce services
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• State Employee
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Other

09

(AA) If you answered Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

10

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

11

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

12

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

13

(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm