eDiscovery Specialist
Leidos · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $70,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Manage eDiscovery processes from data collection to production.
- Ensure legal hold compliance and data preservation.
- Utilize industry-standard eDiscovery platforms.
- Collaborate with legal and IT teams.
- Train staff on eDiscovery review platforms.
About the role
eDiscovery Specialist
Leidos is seeking an e-Discovery Professional to support the Federal Aviation Administration. This position combines the duties and knowledge of an IT professional with the responsibilities and knowledge of a legal administrative support staff member. The e-Discovery professional will be responsible for organizing, assessing, managing, and maintaining electronic documents during the discovery process of an agency investigation or legal proceeding.
Primary Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and apply the necessary methods and actions to obtain applicable electronically stored information (ESI) from various data sources using data archive and storage platforms.
- Manage end-to-end eDiscovery processes, including data collection, processing, review, and production.
- Ensure compliance with legal hold requirements and data preservation standards.
- Coordinate with legal counsel to develop discovery strategies and protocols.
- Utilize eDiscovery platforms for data processing and document review.
- Perform data culling, deduplication, and quality control checks in accordance with the EDRM framework and standards, ensuring that acceptable standards of quality are maintained.
- Troubleshoot technical issues related to ESI and review platforms.
- Maintain documentation of workflows and chain of custody throughout the eDiscovery lifecycle to include case planning, ESI collection, processing, analysis, and final delivery.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, compliance, and outside counsel.
- Stay current with evolving eDiscovery technologies, case law, and best practices.
- Train legal staff, management, and others to use FAA’s eDiscovery review platforms.
- Knowledge, skills, and abilities of computer technologies to include an understanding of computer network architecture and familiarity with storage and archive techniques.
- Prepare reports detailing the results of document analysis ensuring accuracy and adequacy.
- Effectively communicate and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, to include legal staff, FOIA Officials, and management, conveying a clear and familiar understanding of legal and administrative requirements.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
- 1-2 years of relevant experience in eDiscovery, litigation support, or digital forensics.
- Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools such as Relativity, Nuix, or similar platforms.
- Understanding of EDRM (Electronic Discovery Reference Model).
- Ability to train small groups on how to use a customer-facing tool.
- Proficient in documenting processes and policies.
- Familiarity with data formats, databases, and file systems.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Attention to detail and can complete assigned tasks independently.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
- Ability to obtain a Secret level Security Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of Information Technology infrastructures including networks and other sources of data.
- Nuix Discover Certification, Relativity Certified Administrator (RCA) or similar certification.
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining proper priorities and scheduling on extremely tight deadlines.
- Experience with scripting or automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
- Knowledge of data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA).
- Experience working with large, complex datasets.
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Key skills/competency
- eDiscovery
- Litigation Support
- Digital Forensics
- Relativity
- Nuix
- EDRM
- Data Collection
- Data Processing
- Legal Hold
- IT Infrastructure
Skills & topics
- eDiscovery
- Litigation Support
- Digital Forensics
- Relativity
- Nuix
- EDRM
- Data Collection
- Data Processing
- Legal Hold
- IT Professional
- Federal Aviation Administration
- Remote
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight eDiscovery, litigation support, or digital forensics experience and specific tool proficiencies (Relativity, Nuix).
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize your understanding of EDRM, data formats, and IT infrastructure in your application.
- Demonstrate problem-solving: Provide examples of your analytical, organizational, and communication skills in your resume and cover letter.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with managing multiple projects, attention to detail, and ability to train others.
- Understand the company culture: Research Leidos' commitment to innovation and mission-driven work to align your responses.
Technical preparation
Master Relativity or Nuix platform functionalities.,Understand EDRM principles deeply.,Practice data culling and deduplication techniques.,Familiarize with network architecture and storage.
Behavioral questions
Describe managing multiple projects and deadlines.,How do you ensure attention to detail?,Explain your experience training users on new tools.,Discuss your problem-solving approach in complex situations.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the eDiscovery Specialist role at Leidos for the FAA?
- The eDiscovery Specialist at Leidos for the FAA will manage the organization, assessment, and maintenance of electronic documents throughout legal investigations and proceedings, combining IT and legal support functions.
- What are the key technical skills required for the eDiscovery Specialist position?
- Key technical skills include hands-on experience with eDiscovery platforms like Relativity or Nuix, understanding of the EDRM, familiarity with data formats and file systems, and knowledge of IT infrastructure.
- What is the expected experience level for an eDiscovery Specialist at Leidos?
- Leidos is looking for candidates with 1-2 years of relevant experience in eDiscovery, litigation support, or digital forensics, along with a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Does the eDiscovery Specialist role involve training others?
- Yes, a key responsibility of the eDiscovery Specialist is to train legal staff, management, and others on how to use the FAA’s eDiscovery review platforms.
- What is the work arrangement for the eDiscovery Specialist role at Leidos?
- The job posting indicates this is a remote position for US-based candidates.
- What are the preferred qualifications for the eDiscovery Specialist role?
- Preferred qualifications include certifications such as Nuix Discover or Relativity Certified Administrator, experience with scripting/automation, knowledge of data privacy regulations, and experience with large datasets.
- What security clearance is required for this eDiscovery Specialist position?
- Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret level Security Clearance for this eDiscovery Specialist role.
- How does Leidos ensure a secure application process for the eDiscovery Specialist role?
- Leidos will only communicate via Leidos.com automated systems, will never ask for payment, and advises candidates to report suspicious communications to LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.