Data Specialist
Company: Contact Government Services
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Data Specialist Contact Discovery Services - Washington, DC
Location: Washington, DC Start Date: Negotiable A leading
eDiscovery technology and consulting firm headquartered in
Washington, DC is looking for an evidence technician to assist the
team. We are seeking a motivated individual with a strong interest
in the legal and technology fields, excellent organizational
skills, and a passion for delivering top-notch service to our
clients. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in
a fast-paced and dynamic industry. This position requires a
presence at the primary firm office in Washington, DC. DUTIES OF
THE POSITION: Coordinate directly with internal departments for
incoming and outgoing evidence shipment Communicate office needs or
challenges to management effectively Collaborate with project
managers and team members to execute complex projects in a
deadline-driven environment Support the development, testing, and
refinement of evidence-handling procedures Ensure strict adherence
to chain-of-custody protocols and best practices Follow standard
operating procedures (SOPs) consistently Conduct quality assurance
checks on work products before delivery Assist with archival and
restoration of Relativity data Apply strong problem-solving and
critical-thinking skills to address challenges efficiently
Prioritize projects effectively based on deadlines and scope of
work Perform additional office tasks as needed JOB RESPONSIBILITES:
Maintain meticulous organization of digital and physical drives,
storage, and network folders Communicate clearly and effectively
with managers and team members Support data intake processes for
the data center Assist with data shipping and case closeouts,
including deletion, archival, and restoration Update
chain-of-custody documentation accurately Prepare base images for
self-collection kits and collaborate with Forensics on quality
assurance Demonstrate a quick aptitude for learning new processes
and tools Ability to work certain weekends and some holidays
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: Exceptional organizational skills for
managing data storage, computer devices, hard drives, evidence
intake, and shipping Strong verbal and written communication skills
to interact effectively with team members and departments
Self-motivated, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team
or independently as needed Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite
(ie. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Etc.) THE FOLLOWING SKILLS ARE
PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED: Familiarity with the Electronic
Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) Knowledge of copy tools (e.g.,
RoboCopy, TeraCopy), BAT (batch files) scripting, etc General
technical computer experience $50,000 - $60,000 a year We may use
artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring
process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or
assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do
not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately
made by humans. If you would like more information about how your
data is processed, please contact us.
Keywords: Contact Government Services, Washington DC , Data Specialist, IT / Software / Systems , Washington, DC
