Sourabh Verma
Indore
Summary
Digital Forensics professional with 3+ years of experience (Jan 2023-Present) across Windows, email, disk, and mobile forensics, leveraging Magnet AXIOM, Cellebrite UFED, and FTK/FTK Imager for acquisition, analysis, and reporting. Managed 20+ onsite post-search investigation engagements for Income Tax (Investigation) / DRI, ensuring strict chain of custody, integrity, and confidentiality. Recognized by Income Tax (Investigation), Indore via an appreciation/recommendation letter for quality investigative support and professional conduct.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Digital Forensic Analyst
Shree Artech India Pvt. Ltd.
Indore
07.2024 - Current
- Perform end-to-end digital forensic examinations across Windows systems, email data, mobile devices, and storage media; validate integrity through hashing and documentation.
- Support sensitive investigation engagements including Income Tax (Investigation) and DRI-related matters, coordinating analysis activities and delivering actionable findings while maintaining confidentiality.
- Conduct email forensic analysis using Magnet AXIOM including mailbox processing, keyword searching, metadata validation, and timeline-based correlation.
- Lead Windows forensic analysis (artifact/timeline-driven review) to identify user activity indicators and potential data movement.
- Execute mobile forensic workflows using Cellebrite UFED/Physical Analyzer for logical and physical acquisitions (as permitted), extraction validation, and artifact interpretation.
- Prepare structured forensic reports translating technical findings into clear observations, methodology, and conclusions suitable for stakeholders.
Digital Forensics Instructor / Internal Trainer
06.2024 - Current
- Delivered internal training on digital forensic fundamentals, evidence handling, acquisition workflows, and reporting best practices.
- Provided tool-based training on Magnet AXIOM (Windows & Email) and Cellebrite UFED (Mobile) for onboarding.
- Trained and mentored 100+ new joiners and interns through structured sessions and hands-on labs.
Digital Forensics Evidence Examiner
SysTools Software Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Performed forensic acquisition of storage media including HDD/SSD, USB drives, tablets, and mobile devices; maintained chain-of-custody and repeatable acquisition procedures.
- Conducted analysis including metadata review, RAM analysis (basic), data carving, timeline analysis, keyword searching, and recovery of deleted artefacts to support investigation objectives.
- Delivered email forensics: mailbox indexing, timeline reconstruction, keyword searches, and correlation of email metadata.
- Executed disk imaging and analysis (including E01) using FTK TOOLKIT/FTK Imager and other forensic utilities as required.
- Supported malware triage: static/dynamic analysis and controlled execution in a virtualized sandbox environment.
Onsite Investigation Leadership (Income Tax / DRI) - Project Management
- Managed and executed 20+ onsite post-search digital investigation engagements for Income Tax (Investigation) and DRI, coordinating end-to-end forensic activities from acquisition planning to final reporting.
- Led onsite forensic activities ensuring evidence integrity through proper evidence handling, chain-of-custody documentation, and hash verification.
- Conducted and supervised Windows, email, disk and mobile forensic workflows using Magnet AXIOM (Windows/Email), FTKTOOLKIT/FTK Imager (E01/disk), and Cellebrite UFED (mobile extraction) as per scope and authorization.
- Delivered stakeholder-ready outputs including forensic examination notes and reports, with strict focus on confidentiality, accuracy, and defensible documentation.
- Maintained high standards of integrity and confidentiality while handling sensitive investigations and coordination responsibilities.
Education
B.Tech - CSE - Specialization in Information & Cyber Security
Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya
Indore01.2023
Skills
- Magnet AXIOM
- Evidence handling
- Malware triage
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Forensic imaging
- File system analysis
- Cellebrite UFED
- UFED 4PC
- Physical Analyzer
- FTK
- FTK Imager
- X-Ways Forensics
- Autopsy
- OSForensics
- WinHex
- Hex Editors
- Kali Linux
Onsite Investigation Leadership
Managed and executed 20+ onsite post-search digital investigation engagements for Income Tax (Investigation) and DRI, coordinating end-to-end forensic activities from acquisition planning to final reporting., Led onsite forensic activities ensuring evidence integrity through proper evidence handling, chain-of-custody documentation, and hash verification., Conducted and supervised Windows, email, disk and mobile forensic workflows using Magnet AXIOM (Windows/Email), FTK/FTK Imager (E01/disk), and Cellebrite UFED (mobile extraction) as per scope and authorization., Delivered stakeholder-ready outputs including forensic examination notes and reports, with strict focus on confidentiality, accuracy, and defensible documentation., Maintained high standards of integrity and confidentiality while handling sensitive investigations and coordination responsibilities.
Recognition
Appreciation / Recommendation Letter, 03/15/25, Income Tax Department (Investigation), Indore, Recognized for digital forensics support during search/seizure investigations (u/s 132, Income-tax Act, 1961) and for professionalism, diligence, integrity, attention to detail, and analytical skills.
Supporting Document
Appreciation/Recommendation Letter from Income Tax Department (Investigation), Indore (dated 03/15/25)
Languages
- Hindi
- English
- Hindi
Personal Information
Title: Senior Digital Forensic Analyst | Digital Forensics Evidence Examiner
Technical Skills And Tools
Magnet AXIOM (Windows & Email Forensics), Cellebrite UFED / UFED 4PC / Physical Analyzer (Mobile Forensics), FTK / FTK Imager (Disk imaging & analysis, E01 workflows), X-Ways Forensics, Autopsy, OSForensics, WinHex / Hex Editors, Kali Linux
Training And Mentorship
Digital Forensics Instructor / Internal Trainer, 06/01/24, Present, Delivered internal training on digital forensic fundamentals, evidence handling, acquisition workflows, and reporting best practices., Provided tool-based training on Magnet AXIOM (Windows & Email) and Cellebrite UFED (Mobile) for onboarding., Trained and mentored 100+ new joiners and interns through structured sessions and hands-on labs.
Timeline
Senior Digital Forensic Analyst
Shree Artech India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2024 - Current
Digital Forensics Instructor / Internal Trainer
06.2024 - Current
Digital Forensics Evidence Examiner
SysTools Software Pvt. Ltd.
01.2023 - 06.2024
Onsite Investigation Leadership (Income Tax / DRI) - Project Management
B.Tech - CSE - Specialization in Information & Cyber Security
Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya