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Data Forensics

When you need to
find out who, what,
when, where and how.

JANUS' data forensic professionals will assist you by:
• Preserving the integrity and admissibility of evidence with best practices chain of custody protocols, and mirror imaging technology;
• Recovering data lost due to hardware and/or software malfunction or by attempted deliberate destruction;
• Cracking passwords, protected or encrypted files;
• Recreating computer events in chronological sequence to demonstrate possible motive and intent;
• Providing your organization with court admissible information should prosecution be necessary.

Understanding what data forensics is and when you need to use it represents an important first step should a situation arise. JANUS' team of data forensic professionals work closely with you throughout the process utilizing legal best practices to protect your organization and assets.  

What is Data Forensics 

 

Data forensics is a complex process that accurately investigates events or activities on computer systems while maintaining the total integrity of the data contained on that system. JANUS' specially trained personnel, custom designed mobile forensics platforms and court accepted methodologies are utilized throughout the process. A strong chain of custody for all evidence materials and the creation of mirror-images of data sources are

some of the initial steps in this process. The fundamental questions of:if something occured, who did what, when did it happen, and how was it accomplished are asked and answered.

There are 5 steps to a JANUS data forensics engagement. This methodology assures you of accurate, legal court admissible results.

1. Consulting
A JANUS data forensic engagement begins with technical consulting to ascertain specifically what services your investigation requires and to define what we will deliver.

2. Data Collection
JANUS professionals will perform collection of the data at your site or ours. Our data forensics lab fulfills the requirements for Department of Defense secret level information handling.

3. Forensic Recovery and Data Analysis
JANUS data forensic professionals utilize industry-leading data recovery hardware and software to help access and restore data that may have been purposely tampered with or deleted. Our engineers analyze the data using court approved methods and technology to uncover information related to your investigation.

4. Results and Reporting
When the forensic analysis is complete, JANUS provides you with the results of the investigation in a form that meets your specific needs.

5. Affidavits and Testimony
JANUS’ data forensic professionals are considered subject matter experts and are extremely well regarded in the industry for their levels of expertise. They are able to support your investigations and legal case by providing affidavits and/or expert testimony as necessary.

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