Heather Hunter
About Heather Hunter
Heather Hunter is a Forensic Analyst with extensive experience in digital forensic analysis, currently working at DISCO in Austin, Texas. She has a background in evidence collection and analysis across various platforms and has held positions at several notable companies including Special Counsel and Juniper Networks.
Work at DISCO
Heather Hunter has been employed at DISCO as a Forensic Analyst since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for conducting comprehensive digital forensic analyses on various computer systems and hardware. Her work focuses on identifying root causes for reported failures, contributing to the overall effectiveness of forensic investigations.
Previous Experience in Forensics
Prior to her current position, Heather worked as a Forensics Consultant II at Special Counsel from 2020 to 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. She also served as a Digital Forensic Analyst at Consilio LLC from 2017 to 2020, where she honed her skills in evidence collection and analysis. Additionally, she worked at Juniper Networks as a Digital Forensic Analyst from 2016 to 2017 and as a Digital Analyst from 2015 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Heather Hunter earned her Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration from DeVry University, completing her studies from 2011 to 2015. Her educational background supports her expertise in digital forensic analysis, where she specializes in remote and onsite evidence collection across various platforms, including mobile devices and servers.
Skills in Digital Forensics
Heather is skilled in performing in-depth digital forensic analysis to identify discrepancies in systems and processes. Her work supports ongoing criminal matters and internal investigations. She is also recognized for her ability to train individuals and end-users on complex systems and software, demonstrating her leadership and mentoring capabilities.