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James Brookes

Keswick

Summary

Detail-oriented and analytical Computer Forensic Examiner. Experienced in conducting complex digital investigations and data recovery. Proficient in utilizing leading forensic software tools and techniques to preserve, identify, extract, and document electronic evidence. Skilled in analyzing various types of digital media, including hard drives, mobile devices, and network logs. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with the latest advancements in digital forensics.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Computer Forensics Examiner

York Regional Police
11.2023 - Current
  • Help analyze findings in investigative matters, and develop fact-based technical reports detailing events over specified periods of time
  • Prepare reports and documents case details, development and outcome
  • Knowledge of proper forensic investigation techniques when working with compromised system images or files
  • Strong knowledge of policies and procedures regarding chain of custody practice
  • Knowledgeable with leading digital forensic tools, X-Ways, Cellebrite, Axiom Magnet, etc.

Service Desk Technician

York Regional Police
04.2013 - 11.2023

• Identifying, troubleshooting, and fixing minor and complex technical problems for various operating systems, applications, and network issues.
• Collaborated on the Mobile Data Management Project configuring and troubleshooting over 1000 mobile cellular devices to officers and civilians.
• Provided HDD data recovery assistance to civilians with failed boot devices.

Field Operations Technician

York Regional Police
01.2011 - 03.2013

• Responsible for hardware end-user support, network, and computer configuration, troubleshooting and repair for officer’s tablets (iPads/Android), desktops, iMacs, laptops, MacBooks, etc.

• Maintained Asset Database, modifying the status, and location, of new and old devices, and the addition and deletion of keys as devices were purchased or retired.

• Performed Field Technician duties for all police offices through-out the York Region, travelling to different sites deploying and configuring desktops, laptops, switches.

Education

No Degree - Computer Forensic Examiner

RCMP Canadian Police College
Ottawa
03.2024

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

British Columbia University
British Columbia
09.2011

No Degree - Computer Engineering

Humber College
Toronto, ON
06.2007

Skills

  • Hardware diagnostics and setup
  • Programming languages: Java, C, Python
  • System Security
  • Troubleshooting
  • Digital Investigation
  • Computer Forensics

Certifications and Licenses

  • CompTIA A+ Certification
  • CompTIA N+ Certification
  • Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician Certification - (2021)


Timeline

Computer Forensics Examiner

York Regional Police
11.2023 - Current

Service Desk Technician

York Regional Police
04.2013 - 11.2023

Field Operations Technician

York Regional Police
01.2011 - 03.2013

No Degree - Computer Forensic Examiner

RCMP Canadian Police College

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

British Columbia University

No Degree - Computer Engineering

Humber College
James Brookes