OpenText EnCE

Exam cost

$500 USD (historical estimate)

Questions · time · passing score

Phase I (written exam): 2 hours, minimum passing score 80%. Phase II (practical exam): 60 days allotted, minimum passing score 85%, 18 questions.

Prerequisites

Candidates must meet one of the following requirements: Attend 64 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) hours of authorized computer forensic training (online or classroom) 1. Have 12 months of work experience in computer forensics 1.

Estimated salary premium

37–37% (historical estimate)

Renewal requirements

3-year cycle · CPE/CEU requirement not verified

Difficulty

Not rated

Domains covered

• Evidence acquisition and preservation using EnCase
• Digital forensic investigation methodology
• Case management and evidence handling with EnCase
• Data analysis and interpretation of digital evidence
• Reporting forensic findings and expert testimony preparation
• Examination of various file systems (e.g., NTFS, FAT)
• Mobile device forensics (implied by related courses)
• Internet-based investigations (implied by related courses)
• Host intrusion methodology and incident response
• EnScript programming for automation and advanced analysis
• Understanding of legal aspects related to digital forensics
• Identification and recovery of deleted or hidden data

Where this credential fits

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Recent catalog changes

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Sources and verification

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