
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
Behavioral questions
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.