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Digital Forensics / Cyber Forensics, eDiscovery, Forensic Data Recovery, Expert Witness

Expert in Computer Forensics / Cyber Forensics, eDiscovery, Forensic Data Recovery, Expert Witness Testimony; Mr. Chuck Easttom Our Computer Forensics, Forensic File Recovery, Network Security and Penetration Testing services are directed by one of the most highly qualified Digital Forensics and Computer Science experts in Texas. Mr. Easttom is an expert in Forensic Science, Computer Forensics, Mobile Forensics, System Forensics, Network Forensics, Forensic File Recovery, eDiscovery, and related topics. He has extensive experience in training law enforcement and forensics professionals, as well as [...]

Digital Forensics / Cyber Forensics, eDiscovery, Forensic Data Recovery, Expert WitnessDennis Ozment2017-05-30T08:51:49-05:00

Do you need to be a PI to do Forensics?

Do you need a private investigators license to practice forensics in Texas? Well in many cases yes. If, for example, you are directly securing evidence and analyzing said evidence, then yes you do. However there are exceptions. Frequently I am asked to render an expert opinion in court cases regarding forensic procedures. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety a scientific review and even serving as an expert witness does not require a private investigator license “Section 1702.130 of [...]

Do you need to be a PI to do Forensics?Chuck Easttom2017-05-30T08:45:50-05:00

To Certify or Not To Certify….that is the question

The debate rages on year after year. Are certifications worth it? Pick any certification you like and type into Google “Is XXX certification worth it”. Half the answers you find will tell you that this particular certification is the Holy Grail of learning and the other half will tell you it is a waste of your time. My position is that both extremes are wrong. Let’s address each. First, the ‘certifications are worthless’ argument. This usually stems from someone who [...]

To Certify or Not To Certify….that is the questionChuck Easttom2016-10-23T11:05:12-05:00

Simple security measures that work very well

Concerns over ransomeware locking you out of sensitive files and a host of malware infecting your critical systems seem to have everyone scrambling for effective answers. I think many are missing some very simple steps that can be quite effective. I work from a home office, where I have several systems (for testing, various projects, etc.). The solution I use there is obviously on a much smaller scale than most office networks, but can provide some suggestions. Here are some [...]

Simple security measures that work very wellChuck Easttom2017-05-30T08:59:21-05:00

What makes a cyber security professional?

One problem we have today, with the attention to cyber security, is that everyone wants to get into the game. And frankly there are all too many 'security professionals' and even 'security companies' that simply don't have sufficient skills. So what makes a good security professional? Here is what I consider the most basic skillset: First and foremost you need a solid understanding of computers. Yes a CS/CIS/BIS degree would be good, but without that, a basic skillset equivalent to [...]

What makes a cyber security professional?Chuck Easttom2017-05-30T09:02:35-05:00