Manager Data Privacy and Identity Theft Investigations

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Manage four full-time investigators, contract resources, iDAGs, law clerks, interns and others the investigation function for the Data Privacy & Identity Theft section.  Manage and lead investigations and collaborate with attorneys in prosecutions of complaints involving security breaches, privacy violations, identity theft, fraud, and related matters in both civil and criminal proceedings.   Report to Section Chief of Data Privacy & ID Theft Unit.

Primary Subject Matter of Cases

• Privacy violations, including HIPAA, and Indiana Consumer Data Protection statute.
• Security breaches involving unauthorized acquisition of personal information
• Identity theft, identity deception, fraud
• Abandoned Records
• Credit freezes, credit reporting

• Manage the investigation caseloads within the section, assigning investigators to workloads as necessary to maintain balance and the efficient administration of cases within section.
• Manage investigators, i-DAGs, law clerks and interns in the investigation of cases.
• Manage computer forensic lab (Dark Web Room).
• Manage Technical Training program for investigators for forensic field work.
• Supervise and manage the gathering of witness testimony, affidavits, business records, photos, and surveillance video in a manner required for admission into evidence.
• Supervise and manage the collection of forensic data relevant to the investigation and litigation of cases involving identity theft, security breaches, data privacy, data security, credit reporting, and related matters.
• Perform forensic investigations of mobile phones, computers and other IT components using professional techniques to document chain of custody and using software tools to produce reports. 
• Supervise and manage the taking of recorded statements of victims, witnesses, and potential targets of investigation or prosecution.
• Obtain and review criminal background histories, arrest records, and identification materials from law enforcement agencies and other sources.
• Communicate with and manage OAG relationships with other federal, state and local law enforcement agencies as necessary.
• Supervise and assist in joint investigations with law enforcement and regulatory agencies and respond to referrals from other agencies.
• Assist OAG attorneys in trial preparation; testify in court proceedings and document as necessary.
• Assist attorney in reviewing and obtaining victim identity theft affidavits.
• Prepare timely, comprehensive, and accurate investigative reports for internal review.
• Update case management software and file tracking programs as appropriate.
• Communicate with Section Chief and other staff members to provide updates on cases and investigations.
• Review decisions, policies, regulations, and other legal authorities relevant to subject matter.
• Communicate and build relationships with prosecutors and law enforcement officials in Indiana and other jurisdictions.  Network with other government agencies involved with identity theft issues to develop relationships and communication protocols with the agencies.
• Supervise and manage outreach, referral, and training services to law enforcement agencies around the state on identity theft and related issues.
• Develop expertise and keep current on the latest cybercrime threats and preventions.
• Attend conferences, trainings, and seminars to learn about legal trends in subject area.
• Develop training program for investigators for forensic and computer skills, investigation skills, and other skills or techniques as required to succeed in performing duties.
• Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned by supervising attorney.

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university in a computer science or equivalent of college and work experience in Information Technology and Information Security.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to balance and manage high volume of cases and files and to handle multiple assignments of varied type and difficulty on ongoing basis.
• Proficiency in computer skills and electronic forensic investigative techniques.
• Familiarity with complex computer processes, new technologies.
• Ability to work with complainants, witnesses, and staff; sensitivity and awareness of public relations and political implications of high-profile cases.
• Adherence to highest standards of ethical conduct.
• Must pass a thorough background investigation and possess a valid Indiana driver’s license.

Preferred qualifications: 

• Management experience
• Professional experience as a security consultant and/or security analyst.
• Experience analyzing logs from a variety of sources including firewall, routers, servers and Active Directory
• Experience with scanning tools such as Nmap
• Experience with virtual/simulated penetration testing
• Experience with Linux based operating systems

The Office of the Indiana Attorney General is an Equal Opportunity Employer.