Technology Investigator (Remote)

Technology Investigator Davis Wright Tremaine LLP’s Litigation practice group is seeking a dedicated Technology Investigator for engagement through the firm’s alternative staffing program, DWTSurge. The selected individual will serve on secondment with an institutional technology client to support the expansion of the client’s enforcement capabilities to meaningfully address threat actors. The Technology Investigator will work closely with DWT attorneys, client legal teams, and client protection and enforcement teams to identify, investigate, disrupt, and pursue enforcement actions against criminals targeting the client’s systems, customers, and operations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative effort to grow an enforcement program on behalf of a consumer-facing technology client. Responsibilities include gathering, organizing, and analyzing data relevant to investigations and enforcement actions; utilizing CRM systems, Microsoft Excel, and related analytical tools to support investigative workflows and reporting; conducting open-source research and online investigative analysis involving threat actors and online infrastructure; and working with DWT attorneys, client legal teams, and client investigators to develop and utilize investigative workflows and standard operating procedures.Additional responsibilities include assisting with the preparation of law enforcement referral reports, supporting fact development and digital evidence organization, and assisting with civil litigation and other enforcement-related matters. This contract position offers the flexibility of remote work and full-time hours for an initial six-month term. Candidates who excel in the role may be considered for extension and/or longer-term opportunities. Preferred Qualifications:

• 9+ years of professional experience conducting internet fraud and digital investigations, or comparable experience in forensic accounting, investigative accounting, law enforcement investigations, or related investigative disciplines.
• Candidates must demonstrate a strong understanding of financial crime investigations, including the analysis of financial records, forensic financial data, and related auditing or examination processes.
• Relevant degree in Computer Science, MIS, IT, Information Security, Digital Forensics, Statistics, Business Administration, Operations, Criminal Justice, Economic Crime, or Fraud Management.
• Certifications, associations and/or membership in professional organizations include:
• Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
• National Association of Fraud Investigators
• International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists
• International Society of Forensic Computer Examiners
• Former law enforcement professionals and candidates with prior law enforcement experience are preferred and encouraged to apply.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills, including oral and written advocacy.
• Interest in working on matters involving investigations, law enforcement referrals, and civil litigation.
• Ability to distill data into meaningful and thorough written work product, as well as to work meticulously to ensure work product quality.
• High level of responsiveness and client service abilities.
• Ability to work remotely on a full-time basis primarily supporting West Coast hours.
• Excellent writing skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to produce high quality work product with minimal supervision and direction.

Please note that this is a temporary contract position managed by DWT’s flexible attorney and professional staff program, DWTSurge. Compensation will be paid on an hourly basis, commensurate with experience and skill level (see below). This role is eligible for benefits. Due to the structure of the DWTSurge program, DWTSurge employees are not eligible for the firm’s pro bono, DEI, and other activities or opportunities outside of the above stated scope of work. We are interested in candidates electing to pursue a more flexible way of providing continuous, high-value legal services to the firm and our clients. If you are interested in a more traditional law firm position, please check the DWT careers page for lateral and staff opportunities. Salary Range The hourly range for this position in CA, IL, MD, MN, NY, OR, WA, and WDC is $175 to $200 per hour. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Additional benefits include:

• First Stop Health Telemedicine: Speak with a licensed physician or mental health counselor 24/7, covered by the firm
• TELUS Health Employee Assistance Program: Receive support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Milk Stork: Virtual lactation consulting, breast milk shipping and nutritional testing covered by the firm

Wellness Benefits:

• Peloton App
• Headspace App

CALIFORNIA STATE AND WASHINGTON STATE Paid sick leave is accrued on a biweekly basis at a rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked. To apply, send your resume and cover letter to DWTSurge Recruiting Manager, Mariah Watson, at [email protected]. We are currently not accepting third party submissions for this opportunity. We are an AmLaw 100 law firm with nine offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client’s and each lawyer’s work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them. Davis Wright Tremaine LLP embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. It brings out the best of what each individual has to offer and inspires us to build strong and lasting connections with each other, our clients, and our communities. Davis Wright Tremaine LLP fosters a culture where all talented individuals—including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession—can have, and can see, paths to success. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sits on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement. Learn more about the firm’s commitment to DEI here: www.dwt.com/dei. In order to support our effort to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive law firm, we request that you voluntarily provide demographic data. All self-reported demographic information is stored securely in a manner that is compliant with DWT’s privacy and security policies and is only accessible by authorized members of the Talent Acquisition and HR Departments; it is not shared with any of the hiring decision-makers. It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all other employment-related decisions without regard to an employee’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religious creed, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws. To review our Anti-Harassment Policy, click on this URL, https://www.dwt.com/-/media/files/policyagainstharassmentdiscrimination.pdf?la=en&hash=66A1B0095748A5E76B0B8A00773F5246. As an equal opportunity employer, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP values the diversity of our work force and the knowledge of our personnel. Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) for specialty occupation petitions are displayed electronically in accordance with notice requirements pursuant to U.S. Department of Labor regulations, and public access files are available pursuant to regulation. See 20 CFR § 655.734, 655.760. Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email [email protected].