Windows OS
Bhushan D. Ghode
Associate (Digital Forensics/eDiscovery)
At. Post. Shelubazar Tq. Mangarulpir Dist. Washim
Summary
Digital and Cyber Forensics investigator with five years of experience in Digital and Cyber Forensics. Proficient in digital forensic (Computer forensic and Mobile forensic), e-discovery software and in possession of Master's Degree in Forensic Science with specialization in Digital and Cyber Forensic. A committed and hard working professional with a niche for analyzing various digital evidences. Moreover, a wholesome performer starting from handling of exhibits, proper documentation of analysis and detailed, unwavering report writing.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Associate, DI-FTS
Alvarez and Marsal India Pvt. Lmt.
8 2022 - Current
- Conducted forensic collection of electronic data using industry-standard tools and techniques, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Proficient in utilizing EnCase and X-Ways for data extraction and carving, enabling comprehensive analysis of digital evidence.
- Demonstrated expertise in Relativity, including user creation and group permissions, review coding layout creation, field creation, and saved searches (STRs). Managed production processes with consistency checks, QA, and List of Documents preparation. Proficient in running analytics such as email threading and textual near duplication, as well as creating review queues for document discovery.
- Successfully handled complex projects, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and delivering accurate results within stipulated timelines.
- Collaborated with legal teams and stakeholders to understand project requirements and provide expert support in data analysis and interpretation.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of eDiscovery best practices and emerging technologies, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the organization
Forensic Professional
Central Forensic Science Laboratory
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Conducting forensic examination over various storage/electronic devices i.e. hard drives, thumb drives, and memory cards (SSD,HD and eMMC), DVR, Drones and other electronic devices. .
- Repairing and extraction of data from damaged/burnt/broken mobile devices in a forensically sound manner.
- Guided professionals and trainees on various aspects of acquisition process including ethical aspects like due diligence, contracting and valuation of work done.
- A constant learner: Adapting and adopting new technologies to address the changing industry needs. Learned, trained and experienced in the CHIP-OFF Forensic Technique.
- Delivered in-depth Computer and Mobile forensic software's training. Imparted best practices and procedures for protecting data and minimizing errors to various police and judicial personals.
- Organized system infrastructure documentation and operating procedures, strengthening controls and enhancing overall performance.
- Reporting cases of Physics Division from 27/10/2021 to till date under the technical supervision of Assistant Director, Physics.
Digital Forensic Expert
Group Cyber ID Technology Pvt. Ltd.
04.2018 - 01.2019
- Conducted forensic examinations on hard drives, thumb drives, and memory cards.
- Conducted forensic examinations on Smart Mobiles (Android, iOS, Blackberry) as well as basic phones (keypad phones).
- Performed log analysis and memory Forensics work on cases of data theft, ransomware attack, money laundering, etc.
- Operated the most commonly used forensic tools/ software including EnCase Enterprise, EnCase eDiscovery, FTK suite, Tableau Write blockers and Imagers.
- Gained experience in working on Cloud Forensic for different platforms like Facebook, Google Cloud, I-cloud, etc.
- Worked on forming and processing of forensic tenders involving the Digital Forensic Equipment.
- Worked with State Police Govt., Cyber Crime Branch, CID, enforcement directory on the cases.
- Organized all relevant case information in a concise and clear format.
Assistant Cyber Forensic Expert
Incognito Forensic Foundation
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Gathered actionable intelligence and evaluated threats using data obtained from various blacklists, various fraud forums.
- Communicated with affected parties, collaborated with technical and non-technical experts in team.
- Experience handling investigation of different arrays of cases including violent crimes like homicide, sexual assault, robbery, child abuse and domestic violence; sensitive cases like credit card fraud, money laundering, etc. as well as heinous crimes such as sexual abuse, homicide, suicide, etc.
- Analysis of digital evidences in both civil and criminal cases using various digital forensic tools e.g.: HDD Forensic and Mobile Forensic Analysis.
- Reviewing and processing various Security Access requests on a daily basis.
Education
M.Sc. Forensic Science. - Forensic Science
Govt. Institute of Forensic Science
Aurangabad, Maharashtra 07.2015 - 2017.04
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
Govt. Institute of Forensic Science
Aurangabad, Maharashtra 07.2012 - 2015.04
HSC -
Higher Secondary School Certificate
Washim 07.2011 - 2012.03
SSC -
Secondary School Certificate
Washim. 07.2009 - 2010.03
Skills
Mobile Forensic Tools
Software
Linux OS
MacOS
Interests
Reading books, articles, papers, etc on new upcoming technologies, digital analysis techniques or cyber forensics
Outdoor activities Especially love to play sports, football being the best of all I am a National Football Player
Traveling and exploring new places, cuisines and people
A keen interest in learning new languages I gather at least the basics of every language I come across with Like Punjabi, Kannada, etc
Timeline
Forensic Professional
Central Forensic Science Laboratory
01.2019 - 08.2022
Kali Linux Fundamentals
12-2018
Computer and Hacking Forensics
12-2018
Digital Forensic Expert
Group Cyber ID Technology Pvt. Ltd.
04.2018 - 01.2019
FACT - NICFS LNJN
01-2018
Assistant Cyber Forensic Expert
Incognito Forensic Foundation
07.2017 - 04.2018
M.Sc. Forensic Science. - Forensic Science
Govt. Institute of Forensic Science
07.2015 - 2017.04
Internship At CBI, New Mumbai
01-2015
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
Govt. Institute of Forensic Science
07.2012 - 2015.04
HSC -
Higher Secondary School Certificate
07.2011 - 2012.03
International Level Navodaya Chemistry Competition, JawaharNavodaya Vidhyalaya
01-2011
NATIONAL FOOTBALL MEET-2010
01-2010
Maharashtra State Certificate In Information Technology (MS-CIT),Maharashtra state board technical education, Mumbai
01-2010
SSC -
Secondary School Certificate
07.2009 - 2010.03
SHITO RYU KARATEDO MARTIAL ART ASSOCIATION OF, NASHIK
01-2009
Associate, DI-FTS
Alvarez and Marsal India Pvt. Lmt.
8 2022 - Current
Languages
Marathi
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced
English
Advanced
Publications
1. Paper on “ Data Extraction from Password Protected Mobile Phone by using Chip-off Method –A Forensic Case Study ” has been published in the “ International Journal of Engineering Sciences & Research Technology ” ISSN: 2277-9655 [Kumar et al., 10(3): March, 2021] Impact Factor: 5.164 IC™ Value: 3.00 CODEN: IJESS7
2. Paper on “ Forensic Analysis of Broken and Damaged Mobile Phone - A Crime Case Study ” has been published in the “ International Journal of Scientific Research in Computer Science, Engineering and Information Technology ” Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2021.
3. Published a research paper titled ‘A Forensic Approach on Data Retrieval from IC/eMMC of Damaged Windows Mobile Phone using Easy JTagPlus Box tool and Magnet Forensic Axiom' in the journal ‘International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology, Volume 8, Issue 5, September-October-2021 .
4. Published a research paper titled ‘Forensic Investigation Utilizing RAM Capture to Decrypt Bitlocker Volumes: A Case Study.' in the journal ‘ Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research, Volume 9, Issue 8, August -2022 .
Achievement
1. Received appreciation letter from " Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, Ministry Of Finance (Dept. of Revenue), MHA"
2. Demonstrated mobile forensics to Sh. Amit Shah, Minister of Home Affairs, at the inauguration of National Cyber Forensic Laboratory, CFSL, Hyderabad on 14-May-2022.
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