Manager, Forensic Technology Services

Overview Manager, Forensic Technology Services (eDiscovery Consulting) at Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) leads eDiscovery support for clients, leveraging a broad range of technologies and best practices to uncover and manage data-based evidence in contentious legal and regulatory matters. The role is part of a growing Forensic Technology Services team that spans digital forensics, eDiscovery, data analytics, cybersecurity and privacy. What will you be doing? Serve as the main point of contact in the execution of projects involving identification, collection, processing, review, and production of electronic data relevant to litigation or investigations. Collaborate with clients to implement efficient workflows, proactively identify and mitigate risk, apply quality control, address technical challenges to make data discoverable, viewable and useful. Lead a team of e-Discovery forensic data collection engineers. Communicate with client and team members regarding commitments, deadlines, project status updates, and issues or challenges. Maintain consistent communication and coordination with clients and team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and establish project goals. Manage end-to-end project management and execution (planning, resourcing, organizing, reviewing) to meet client deadlines. Lead external and internal meetings to review work results. Ensure eDiscovery best practices are followed by performing quality control checks. Provide end-to-end project support for data collection, database administration and management, and analysis, including gathering requirements and maintaining project plans and documents. Responsible for daily electronic data discovery collection efforts including digital forensic data collections. Utilize Relativity and similar eDiscovery tools to collaborate and review workflows with clients. Produce thorough documentation and summaries of team data collection efforts, tracking, and reporting. Identify opportunities for process improvement and streamlining. Who will you be working with? We have a close-knit, diverse team of senior eDiscovery, forensic technologists, data analytics, cybersecurity and privacy experts, lawyers and investigators. Our culture emphasizes openness, entrepreneurship, mutual respect and high work standards, with growth opportunities and performance-based rewards. Core Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited university (preferred fields: computer science, information management, data science or related). 5-7+ years of relevant professional experience. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources. Excellent project management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Exceptional client service and relationship-building skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Fast learner, eager to learn new technologies in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Attributes Familiarity with Relativity, Reveal, Nuix, Brainspace, and similar tools. Experience with FTK, EnCase, Macquisition, Paladin, Kali and other digital forensics is advantageous but not required. Extensive experience with standard eDiscovery methodology and best practices. Strong understanding of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM). Experience with Relativity Server and Relativity One as an advanced user and database administrator. Experience with document review management is beneficial but not required. What we offer Salary range is $100,000 - $140,000 annually, dependent on education, experience, skills, and geography. A discretionary bonus program is available. Regular employees receive comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, savings plans, life and disability coverages, a 401(k) with discretionary contributions, paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. Benefits details vary by region and tenure. Equal Opportunity and Compliance Inclusive Diversity: A&M celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact clients and the industry. We promote an inclusive culture guided by our core values: Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity. Equal Opportunity Employer: Alvarez & Marsal provides equal opportunity in employment and terms of employment without discrimination due to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law. See regional policy statements for more information. Unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters: We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they are engaged for a specified opening. Any submission implies no fee owed to the submitting agency unless a formal agreement exists. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Information Technology Industries Business Consulting and Services #J-18808-Ljbffr