Description

Applications & Cloud Engineer - Forensic Technology Services

Alvarez & Marsal is a premier independent global professional services firm specializing in providing turnaround management, restructuring, performance improvement and corporate advisory services. Our talent drives our success, resulting in A& M's Forensic Technology Services being a recognized leading provider of eDiscovery and investigation support services. A& M's team is comprised of experienced computer forensics, eDiscovery, data science, cybersecurity and privacy professionals and experts who come from the world's largest law firms, professional services firms, leading eDiscovery support providers, Fortune 500 corporations, and law enforcement/government agencies. Our team's expertise spans electronic discovery and disclosure management, digital forensics, forensic data analytics, cyber risk and incident response, privacy, information governance and data compliance. By combining operational expertise with legally defensible procedures and industry-leading technology, A& M's professionals deliver reliable, innovative solutions to meet each of our client's unique needs and challenges. As a firm we are experiencing unprecedented growth and demand for our services and as a result we are expanding our eDiscovery team.

What will you be doing?

Serving as a critical team member within the Applications & Cloud team, you will work closely with our stakeholders and project teams to provide escalated IT support services leveraging a broad range of technologies and industry-leading best practices to leverage Microsoft Azure & RelativityOne cloud services. This includes global solutions currently in place within our organization. All of this with while maintaining and deploying a "security first mentality" in a variety of contentious legal and regulatory situations. In this role, you will be a key contributor to how we shape our internal/external technology solutions for our clients.

You will assist our numerous project teams within the FTS practice (eDiscovery, Forensics, Analytics, & Cyber) in confronting and resolving legal matters by providing eDiscovery litigation support on a variety of projects including domestic and cross-border disputes, internal and public investigations, and a variety of other matter types. By establishing consultative relationships with our clients, you will guide them toward best practices in meeting their eDiscovery support needs.

• Serve the broader global team in the execution of projects involving the identification, collection, processing, review, and production of electronically stored data (ESI) relevant to litigation or investigations.
• Collaborate with internal/external clients to implement efficient workflows, proactively identify and mitigate risk, apply quality control best practices, address technical challenges to make ESI preserved for a matter discoverable, viewable and useful.
• Maintain consistent communication and coordination with clients and team members to ensure timely and cost-efficient delivery of all required support tasks, along with the successful completion of established project objectives.
• Lead internal meetings to review work results.
• Ensure eDiscovery best practices are followed to ensure the accuracy and reliability of analysis by performing quality control checks.
• Show proven expertise in leading eDiscovery tools, including Relativity and Brainspace.
• Work with the IT PMO to prepare and update thorough documentation of progress and milestones, including summaries of team's delivery efforts, tracking, and reporting.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvement and streamlining.

Who will you be working with?

At A& M, you will have the opportunity to work with a close-knit and diverse team of supportive and motivated professionals who enjoy sharing their knowledge and depth of industry experience with others. The Forensic Technology Services team at A& M is comprised of senior eDiscovery, digital forensics, data analytics, cybersecurity and privacy experts, and includes experienced lawyers, technologists, and investigators from various backgrounds and industries. We offer an inclusive development environment in which everyone can learn and grow. Our culture is defined by openness and entrepreneurial thinking, with a foundation of mutual respect and high work standards. Through advancement opportunities and a motivating performance-based reward structure, we strive to eliminate bureaucracy in favor of recognizing effort and results.

How will you grow and be supported?

You will have the opportunity to take your career to the next level by gaining invaluable experience across different industries, sectors, and companies on a variety of interesting and high-profile projects, from employee investigations to large corporate litigations. Leveraging your technical background and experience, organizational skills, and relationship skills, you will have the opportunity to apply these skills ls in complex, challenging situations working directly with clients. You will be working closely with a team of highly experienced professionals who will provide you with direct feedback and development opportunities.

We offer competitive benefits and opportunities to support your personal and professional development. Click to learn about our commitment to your well-being. A& M recognizes that our people drive our growth, and you will be provided with the best available training and development resources through formalized and on the job training, as well as networking opportunities Learn more about why A& M is a wonderful place to work.

Core Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited university is required, with a preference for computer science, information management, data science, or related fields.
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in an IT support role.
• At least 3-5 years of Microsoft Azure experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in MS Sentinel SIEM & MS Defender deployments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills combined with the ability to synthesize information from several sources and draw coherent, well-evidenced conclusions.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, while meeting established deadlines and delivery objectives.
• Exceptional client service and follow-up skills, including interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Fast learner, eager to learn new technologies in a fast-paced, challenging, and uncertain environment.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience using Relativity Server and RelativityOne as an advanced user and database administrator.
• Expertise in the use of industry-standard review and production tools including Relativity, Reveal, Nuix, Brainspace, etc. (candidate's maintenance of relevant software/industry certifications preferred but not required.)
• Familiarity with standard eDiscovery methodology and best practices, with experience in client service delivery.
• Desired technical understanding of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM).
• Experience with document review management is beneficial but not required.

Your journey at A& M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A& M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings' fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD& D, and disability coverages at rates determined from time to time as well as a 401(k) retirement plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive a discretionary contribution to their 401(k) from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A& M's benefits programs.

The salary range is $110, 000 - $130, 000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A& M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on several factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.

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