How to Become a Computer Forensics Investigator

Amber Schroader, president and CEO at Paraben Corporation, discusses the path you can take to launch a career in computer forensics. The InfoSec Institute IT security career series aims to break down the path from security newcomer to an elite security practitioner.

This video covers these questions and more:
- How did you get started in computer forensics? (1:25)
- What was your path like along the way and how has it changed? (2:30)
- Can you walk us through the day to day of the job? (3:55)
- What are some of the big challenges? (7:10)
- What are the most interesting aspects of computer forensics? (8:20)
- How important are certifications vs hands-on knowledge? (9:55)
- Is it better to remain broad or to specialize? (12:40)
- Is it mostly contract work or in-house work? (13:50)
- What's the difference between corporate and law enforcement forensics? (15:05)
- Do forensics professionals move freely between public and private sectors? (16:35)
- What are some common mistakes individuals make? (17:35)
- What is one thing a person can do now to bring them closer to career in computer forensics? (19:55)
- What is the career field like and how can you set yourself apart? (23:00)
- Where do you see computer forensics going in the future? (24:35)
- Final tips or words or encouragement? (26:10)

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[jonesdiaz]

This video has answered a lot of my questions that I am looking for. Thank You For This video. I am Planning to start my Own Computer Forensics service, I have also got some experience by working for almost one year with Institute of Computer Forensics and Criminal Investigations. So I wish I will be really suceed in this fiels by helping the people.

[crystallatina]

This video has answered a lot of my questions, I appreciate the time stamps in the description as well! That was very helpful! I now feel that this career is the RIGHT choice for me. Thank you for this video!

[winninglifeyo]

I am completing my associates degree in Cybersecurity (CIS) I want to go for a BA but I don’t know if that’s the path I should go if I am interested in getting to digital forensics? One of my classes was Computer Forensics and it was by far the one I most enjoyed and connected with. Is there a specific program for a BA I should look for?

[stvrjohnson]

Wish these series would talk about wage ranges with each career.

[brandysweeney]

Is this course available for hands on learning?

[TheMeltzz]

the audio is so bad, but Amber Schroader did answer alot of my queries.

[RMei-suqr]

Now I'm interested in computer forensics! I'm planning a career change now. But I have to know: If someone has a degree in Computer Security and now wants to cross over to Computer Forensics, does he have to go through 2 more years of schooling, or is there a better way to cross over?

[DanciZg]

Amber is great! Clear and succinct. Thanks for bringing her on!

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[setnaffa]

Volume very uneven. Chris, you have a bad mike.

[anahiyeli]

She does such a great job on speaking and being clear with everything great video and interviewer!

[AlphaGator]

I love that! If you want to know what is going on, you should know how things work.

[riekidlamber]

I have only high school certificate and computer engineering both hardware and software and I'm interested in cyber security and forensics and I need advise

[TehNemoz]

Not related kind of but I'm wearing headphones and I keep getting this like, tapping in my left earphone. Super annoying xD Great video though! Thank you :)

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