Alex Barnett
Education
Purdue University
Master of Science in Cyber Forensics (anticipated graduation date: May 2011)
Relevant Coursework:
- Basic Computer Forensics: Emphasis on crime scene analysis (workstations, servers) and media analysis (primary storage, PDAs, memory sticks, etc). Forensic analysis of Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. Proper storage media imaging and acquisition procedures. Instruction with FTK, EnCase, and other forensic software tools. Evidence relevance and legal theory.
- Small Scale Digital Device Forensics: Forensic analysis of small scale digital devices. Strong emphasis on cellular phones, smartphones, and PDAs.
- Advanced Research Topics in Computer Forensics: Literature and academic journal review. Semester-long research in specific area of digital forensics.
- Special Topics in Computer Forensics: Semester-long research project in emerging area of digital forensics with intent to produce publication-quality paper.
- Forensic Software Development: Independent study in the area of forensic software development. End result was the development of Pidgin Hunter.
Purdue University
B.S., Computer and Information Technology (2009)
- Specialized in Network Engineering.
Experience
Digital Forensic Investigator Internship
Lafayette, IN (January 2010-May 2010)
- Assisted the Lafayette city police department in digital evidence acquisition and analysis.
Other Work
Touch Support, Lafayette, Indiana
Windows Server Support Technician (February 2007-August 2009)
Physics Computer Network, West Lafayette, Indiana
Student Consultant (February 2005-February 2007)
Cameron Memorial Community Hospital, Angola, Indiana
IT Trainer & Help Desk Technician (Summer 2005)