The EnCE® certification program provides public and private sector professionals with formal training in the use of Guidance Software's EnCase® computer forensic software. By becoming EnCE® certified, professionals show that they have mastered computer investigation methodology as well as the use of EnCase® during complex examinations.
Seeking additional experience, Lutkus became an EnCEP® earlier this month. The EnCEP® program certifies professionals in the use of Guidance Software's EnCase® eDiscovery software, as well as their proficiency in e-discovery planning, project management and best practices spanning legal hold to load file creation.
We caught up with Lutkus and spoke with him about his EnCE® and EnCEP® certification experiences.
Q: Why did you decide to seek out certification to become a certified computer forensics examiner?
A: I decided to pursue a program mostly because I was kind of a self-taught expert in the area. I didn't have a degree in computer science that would lead people to believe I was really good at this. I went to law school and had an interest in technology, but I needed to prove to people that I knew what I was doing. So, I decided to gain some formal qualifications.
Q: Why did you choose the EnCase Certified Examiner program over other certification programs?
A: I went with Guidance's EnCase® Certified Examiner certification program because they were more of a market leader in this area than other certification course providers. Also, they have a more recognizable name and are highly respected in the e-discovery/computer forensics space. Additionally, the principles I was learning would be applicable to any software, not just EnCase®. It was kind of a no-brainer for me.
Q: How would you describe your experience in the certification program?
A: I found the program comprehensive. There's a lot of good introductory information and higher-level information. I especially liked the EnCase EnCE® Prep Course. That really helps refresh your memory about all the information you learn, prior to taking the certification exam. I also had a lot of fun in EnCase® Network Intrusion Investigations and the Certified Ethical Hacking classes. Overall, it was a really good experience.
Q: How do you use the knowledge you acquired through the EnCE® certification program in your current position?
A: Within Seyfarth Shaw's e-discovery group, I do a lot of work related to information security and computer forensics. Many of the matters I work on are trade secret cases where you have employees leaving a company and taking customer lists and other business data. I've been doing that work pretty much since I got my certification, which was two-and-a-half years ago. Most of what I do day-to-day involves EnCase. In fact, there isn't a day that goes by where I don't use the software. I would not be able to do many of the job functions I currently perform, without having taken the training courses and becoming certified.
Q: Why did you choose to pursue EnCEP® certification? How do you think this will help you with your current job functions?
A: I pursued it because getting certified was a challenge personally. I also use Guidance Software's e-discovery product regularly. Receiving this certification has set me apart. I was already in a small group of attorneys with my EnCE® certification. I'm part of an even smaller group now with my EnCEP® certification. This helps show clients that I'm at the forefront of the industry; and I have achieved a very difficult and respected certification that shows my proficiency in handling their electronically stored information (ESI).
Q: What would you say to other professionals who are interested in becoming certified examiners?
A: I think they need to make a conscious effort to be realistic about the time commitment. You really have to dedicate yourself to these classes and immerse yourself, if you want to get the full value of the education. You also should practice using the software to familiarize yourself with it. Even if you don't have EnCase®, you can still practice on free forensic tools to get an understanding of terminology. Also, Guidance and its partners now offer on-demand training, which facilitates people with busy schedules.
Learn more about the EnCase® EnCE® and EnCEP® certification programs. Review the comprehensive list of training course offerings.
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