Summary

In this chapter, you learned about the job of a digital forensic analyst and what to expect in terms of an average salary. You also learned the two main types of data that can be collected in a digital forensic investigation—volatile and non-volatile data—and some of the most common interview questions you may face from a hiring manager. You also learned about some tasks and investigations you might be involved in as a digital forensic investigator.

In the next chapter, we will discuss a cryptanalyst's career path.