Developing a Computer Forensics Team

Efforts to establish sound information assurance programs are rapidly evolving due to increased connectivity, enhanced technology, and the continuous introduction of operating and application systems software. The information assurance practitioner is repeatedly faced with new challenges to keep up with these changes. In parallel, these changes in technology have greatly affected the role of investigators. Law enforcement investigations, civil litigation, private investigation, and corporate investigations are all affected. Regardless if the situation is a criminal matter, civil matter, or a corporate internal personnel issue, investigators must be cognizant to fact that computers touch every facet of our lives.