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Lead Computer Forensics Examiner training enables you to acquire the necessary expertise to perform Computer Forensics processes in order to obtain complete and reliable digital evidence. During this training course, you will also gain a thorough understanding of Computer Forensics fundamentals, based on the best practices used to perform forensics evidence recovery and analytical techniques. This training course is focused on core skills required to collect and analyze data from Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux operating systems, and also from mobile devices.
After mastering all the necessary concepts of Computer Forensics processes, you can sit for the exam and apply for a “PECB Certified Lead Computer Forensics Examiner” credential. By holding a PECB Lead Computer Forensics Examiner Certificate, you will be able to prove that you have the expertise to lead advanced forensic investigations and conduct forensics analysis, reporting, and evidence acquisition.
Knowledge on Computer Forensics.
Day 1: Introduction to Incident Response and Computer Forensics concepts
Day 2: Prepare and lead a Computer Forensics investigation
Day 3: Analysis and management of digital artifacts
Day 4: Case Presentation & Trial Simulation
Day 5: Certification Exam
The “PECB Certified Lead Computer Forensics Examiner” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of Computer Forensics
Domain 2: Best practices on Computer Forensics
Domain 3: Digital forensics laboratory requirements
Domain 4: Operating system and file system structures
Domain 5: Mobile devices
Domain 6: Computer crime investigation and forensics examination
Domain 7: Maintaining chain of evidence
For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.
After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for the credentials shown on the table below. You will receive a certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about Computer Forensics certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies .
The requirements for PECB Computer Forensics Examiner Certifications are:
Credential | Exam | Professional experience | CFMS project experience | Other requirements |
PECB Certified Provisional Forensics Examiner | PECB Certified Lead Forensics Examiner Exam or equivalent | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
PECB Certified Forensics Examiner | PECB Certified Lead Forensics Examiner Exam or equivalent | Two years: One year of field experience in computer forensics | Forensics activities totaling 200 hours | Signing the PECB code of ethics |
PECB Certified Lead Forensics Examiner | PECB Certified Lead Forensics Examiner Exam or equivalent | Five years: Two years of field experience in computer forensics | Forensics activities totaling 300 hours | Signing the PECB code of ethics |
To be considered valid, these computer forensics activities should follow best implementation practices and include the following:
$1,000 Per Participant*
*Schellman assessment clients can enjoy professional training discounts.
Training content and exams are delivered through PECB:
https://pecb.com/en/education-and-certification-for-individuals/computer-forensics/lead-forensics-examiner