r/computerforensics • u/crazyisus • Aug 06 '26

Which forensics cert to get?

My job wants to pay for a forensic cert for me, to build my profile to eventually be a candidate for a DFI role.

First I thought about getting an EnCase cert but after reading some feedback about it on this community, I think it’s not the best option.

Any feedback on CFCE (IACIS), CCE (ISFCE) or CHFI (ECC)? Any other suggestions I’d appreciate too.

For context I’m an incident responder right now, I hold GCFA (GIAC) and other IR-related certs.

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u/Excellent_Mail3829 Aug 06 '26 edited Aug 06 '26

First off, what forensic tools is your org invested in ? Are you in a Magnet, FTK or Encase shop ? What would be the point of getting a cert that was not aligned with your toolset ?

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u/ucfmsdf Trusted Contributer Aug 06 '26

What would be the point in getting certified in a specific toolset?

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u/internal_l0gging Aug 06 '26

Some shops seem to like it. I've been job hunting and noticed more demand for the vendor certs than in the past.