Services. Computer Forensic Investigations

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1 DataTriangle, Inc. is uniquely structured to provide you with a high quality expert as expeditiously as possible. Charles Snipes has nearly 15 years of experience with criminal investigations in the areas of narcotics and street crimes, money laundering, and internet crimes including hacking, child pornography and internet stalking. At DataTriangle, we specialize in the proper recovery, preservation, validation, and presentation of data relevant in civil and criminal cases, including: Child pornography, drug-related offenses, money laundering, intellectual property, employment matters, insurance, fraud, and divorce. Charles Snipes, is a court qualified expert, and certified in digital forensics. He is a member of various digital forensic professional organizations, regularly attends advanced training to maintain proficiency, and has years of education and experience in data recovery, e-discovery, digital forensics and criminal investigations. DataTriangle offers unparalleled expertise in computer forensics and electronic discovery, providing highly personalized, case-specific forensic analysis and litigation support services to assist in the investigation, handling, and prosecution of computer-related crimes or misuse. Charles Snipes, B.S., CCE, CDRP, SCERS, possesses the necessary combination of technical expertise, understanding of the criminal justice system and investigative procedures, and specialized tools and processes enabling the discovery, collection, investigation, and production of electronic information for investigating and handling computer-related crimes or misuse. Services Computer Forensic Investigations Computer forensics investigation and data recovery services identify, gather, analyze, and preserve electronic evidence to establish a strong foundation for internal or legal action. Electronic Discovery Working for your independently or as a Special Master, Mr. Snipes can help you sort through and manage large volumes of electronic data and quickly in order to identify and isolate electronic evidence that is critical to the investigation. Mr. Snipes can also help you parse terabites of information, gather the relevant data and prepare it in a searchable document for later presentation and courtroom use. Litigation Support Mr. Snipes extensive experience in drug, computer and money laundering crimes uniquely positions him to help you translate litigation issues into strong case strategies that effectively utilize evidence (electronic or traditional). Mr. Snipes can assist in identifying chain of custody and procedural mistakes that can enhance your case.

2 Expert Witness Mr. Snipes is a court qualified expert who can offer impartial and independent expert testimony, opinions, and customized reports in legal proceedings. He is extremely appealing in his presentation to juries due to his uncanny ability to make complicated, technical (and sometimes boring) material understandable and engaging. Profile DataTriangle combines today's most advanced computer forensics and litigation support expertise with a business- and legal-friendly approach, resulting in a sound analytical foundation that carefully balances critical investigative requirements with vital legal and evidentiary needs. Mr. Snipes incorporates his cross-disciplinary training in the fields of comprised of computer forensic investigations, law enforcement, and business. Certifications 1. Court Certified as Expert in Computer Forensics and Cybercrime (Federal Court N. District of Florida, 8th Judicial Circuit of Florida) 2. Certified Computer Examiner (#671) by the International Society of Forensic Computer Examiners 3. Certified Data Recovery Professional by the Information Assurance Certification Review Board 4. Seized Computer Evidence Recovery Specialist from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center 5. A+ Computer Technician by COMPTIA Affiliations International Society of Forensic Computer Examiners (ISFCE) Qualifications Training Seized Computer Evidence Recovery Specialist FLETC--6-8/2010 Digital Evidence Acquisition Specialist Training Program FLETC--6-8/2010 Basic Data Recovery and Analysis: NW3C-- 6-8/2010 Seizing Electronic Evidence Instructor Training: NW3C --6-8/2010 Undercover Internet Investigations-ICAC- 08/08 Digital Forensics and Electronic Discovery - Mile2-1/07

3 Advanced Digital Forensics Techniques- Mile2-1/07 Certified Data Recovery Professional Training - InfoSec 6/07 Internet Safety Parent Educator- isafe -3/08 Internet Safety Student Educator- isafe 3/08 Peer Precision- ICAC- 4/08 Data Network Tool Kit- ICAC-4/08 Financial Investigative Techniques- MCTFT- 2/05 Conspiracy Investigations- MCTFT- 1/05 Introduction to Money Laundering- MCTFT- 11/04 Case Preparation and Courtroom Presentation-SFCC- 08/97 Investigative Interview- IPTM- 8/98 Kinesic Interview and Interrogation- PATC-8/04 Environmental Crime Enforcement Level III Florida DEP- 5/07 Aviation Observer Field Training- ASO Drug Identification-MCTFT- 11/04 Pharmaceutical Drug Investigations- MCTFT- 3/05 Basic and Advanced Gun Recognition, Technology, and Prosecution- ATF 1/05 National Incident Management System-FEMA-9/05 Field Training Officer- SFCC- 8/99 Instructor Techniques- SFCC- 10/01 Line Supervision- SFCC- 5/01 Tactical Driving- 6/00 Driving Instructor- SFCC 5/00 Officer Survival- SFCC 7/98 Basic Investigation- SFCC 5/98 Report Writing- SFCC 5/97 Law Enforcement/ Correction Academy- PHCC- 5-10/95 Publications Computer Forensics: The Basics Top 6 Errors in Computer Forensic Exams Changes in Windows 7 that May Impact Computer Forensics Newest Trends in Computer Forensics 8 Mistakes NOT to make when dealing with Computer Evidence Key Steps for Collecting Electronic Evidence Backing Up Data: Why You Need to Do It Attack of the Blue Screen of Death The Emotional Aspects of a Data Breech More at

4 Location Anywhere you need me. Experience Owner, Lead Consultant/Investigator Data Triangle Gainesville, FL June, present Computer Forensics Expert Court Certified as Expert in Computer Forensics and Cybercrime (Federal Court N. District of Florida, 8th Judicial Circuit of Florida). State of Florida Licensed Private Investigator (10/12/10) Conduct forensic investigations on the request of attorneys in order to identify any evidence pertinent to the case Consult with attorneys about cases regarding digital evidence Testify in civil and criminal court Prepare reports and consult with attorney on cases prior to and after testifying in court. Assist with the collection and compilation of digital evidence for e-discovery. Recovery lost data due to user error, intentional deletion or software or hardware malfunction. Present trainings to attorneys and paralegals on topics related to child pornography, digital forensics and e-discovery. Freelance Web Design and Back-Up Consultant Consultant to lead designer and developer for web sites and promotional media for small businesses. Utilized contemporary design to create concise web sites for specific client needs. Site creation included use of CSS, HTML, JavaScript, MySQL, Adobe Flash, PHP, online payment features, and form processing. Created and assembled web graphics, including logos and advertisements. Designed blasts and newsletters for site launches and event announcements. Portfolio available on request. Chief Information Officer CDS Ventures, LLC October 2002 Present CDS Ventures, LLC Alachua, FL Create, update, and maintain site pages for AllCEUs.com, Dr-is-in.com, AllCLEs.com and FloridaExpertWitness.org, using CSS, HTML, JavaScript, and XML/XSL. Coordinate with producers and designers for major site changes. Maintain internal tools for managing site structure. Assist with design efforts for site pages, HIPAA compliance, digital rights management, video features, membership interfaces and e-commerce. Provide technical support for usability issues and critical site problems, as needed.

5 Detective, Alachua County Sheriff's Office August, October 2010 Alachua County Sheriff's Office, Gainesville, FL Computer/ Financial Crimes Squad: Examined over 150 computers. Primary computer examiner for CID. Investigate computer crimes, examine seized computers for digital evidence related to cases, prepare computer exam reports for review by investigators and State Attorneys, prepare and assist in preparation of search warrants for digital evidence, on scene collection and identification of digital evidence during search warrants, finding sufficient evidence to execute an on-view arrest during search warrant service, recovery of damaged video/ digital evidence related to criminal investigations, provide computer forensics and general computer advice/direction to other detectives. Additionally, I recruited and trained one intern each semester, and, as the division grew, was tasked with training new investigators in computer forensics. Environmental Crimes Task Force Investigator (ECTF representative since 2005): Primary investigator for cases referred for criminal enforcement. Investigate case in direct and cooperative manner with appropriate regulators. Interview suspects, conduct search & seizure, prepare arrest and search warrants, conduct physical and electronic surveillance, and testify in court. Detective- Property Crimes: Primary investigator for all property crimes in area of responsibility Back-up Aviation Observer: Law Enforcement Tactical Flight Officer, Forward Looking Infrared Operator, Night Vision Goggle Certified for Aviation Narcotics And Organized Crime Unit (Nocu)-Investigate narcotics activity in the county at all levels. Daily management, recruitment, and payment of confidential sources. Conduct Physical and Electronic Surveillance. Install and operate audio and video surveillance equipment (body, rooms, outdoor, and vehicle). Assist in the "On the Job Training" of new agents in the use of surveillance equipment. Participate in undercover investigations Field Training Deputy- Train New Hire Deputies. Conducted numerous classroom and scenario based trainings