Matthew Simon

Experience

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  Defence Science and Technology Organisation

  Jan 2007 - Apr 2008

  Research Scientist

  Involved in theoretical and applied research in analysis of networks.I was involved in working with other government agencies to understand requirements and work-flows as well as research and development of software tools.

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  University of South Australia

  Apr 2008 - Aug 2011

  Engaged in both academic research and software engineering on digital forensic related projects. Project (2009 - 2011): National Security Science and Technology tool for Data Exploitation and Information Visualisation - Developed novel technique for fusion of data from multiple evidence sources including EnCase, FTK and XRY - Designed and developed software back-end. - Designed and developed SQL database for handling storage of fused datasets and other information. - Created applications for knowledgebase management using Java and SQL. - Coordinated with Australian Federal Police and the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet for product requirements and suggestions for enhancements to the tool. - Presentation and demoing of the software to research partners including AFP, DSTO, and PM&C.Project (2008): Digital Forensic Wireless Network Mapping - Developed a proof of concept tool for the mapping of wireless networks in a legally acceptable manner. - Development of wireless network traffic pattern heuristics.Project (2010): Forensic Tool Validation and Verification Project - Developed data reference sets for validation of digital forensic tools. - Developed a proof of concept toolset to automate forensic tool testing.Project (2008): Digital Evidence Triage Tool - Development of a digital forensic triage tool used for interrogating static media sources. - Developed heuristics for identifying data of interest. Show less

  • Research Assistant

    Apr 2008 - Aug 2011

  • PhD Research Candidate

    Apr 2008 - Aug 2011
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  South Australia Police

  Aug 2011 - Oct 2015

  Electronic Evidence Specialist

  The role of the Electronic Evidence Specialist is to provide all manner of support in matters involving electronic evidence. The position requires:- Undertaking complex analysis of electronic devices using a range of digital forensic tools.- Producing reports of complex analysis results and concepts in a manner that is clear and concise and comprehensible to the average person.- Undertaking digital forensic laboratory work including creating forensic images of data and extraction of data from mobile devices.- Providing informal and formal advice to non-experts involved in matters that include electronic evidence.- Incident response: providing advice and on-scene identification and preservation of electronic evidence.- Providing clear and concise written and oral evidence in criminal court proceedings. In this role I have given expert evidence in a range of matters in South Australian District and Supreme Criminal courts.- Knowledge of current digital forensic best practice.- Knowledge of ongoing research in academia.- Undertaking ongoing training in digital forensic tools and practices.- Mentoring less experienced team members in matters pertaining to electronic evidence. Show less

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  INTERPOL

  Nov 2015 - Apr 2018

  Digital Crime Officer (Digital Forensic Specialist)

  The Digital Forensic Laboratory (DFL) at the Interpol Global Complex for Innovation (IGCI) provides capacity building and operational support to the INTERPOL member countries. As a Digital Crime Officer: # Digital Forensics analysis including computer data extraction, analysis and reporting; and mobile forensics and on-scene response.# Presented at numerous international conferences and events. I presented on various topics including INTERPOL capacity and processed, encryption, privacy, cybercrime and International Police Cooperation. # Designed, Developed and Executed a 5-day hands on Table-Top Training for 90 participants across Africa. Focussing on Digital Evidence within Investigations, Human Trafficking and INTERPOL Services. I lead a team of 8 people to deliver the final product. # Delivered another version of the 5-day hands on Table-Top Training in Madrid Spain. Working in 4 languages (English, Spanish, French and Arabic) I delivered the exercise to over 30 people with a team of 3. # Jointly developed and executed The INTERPOL Digital Forensics Export Group International Conference. # Developed Standard Operating Procedures for Digital Forensics Laboratories focussing on support to developing countries. # Developed policy and strategic advice for Director Innovation for INTERPOL evolution of Organisation's Innovation Section. # Management of the Digital Forensics Laboratory. # Provided Subject Matter Expertise to several projects including those focussed on increasing capability in digital forensics across 7 ASEAN Countries. Project involved assessing capability, providing hardware, software and training, providing mentoring and support of operational procedure development. My role as a Digital Crime Officer was highly diverse. A high degree of communication and diplomacy was required for all aspect of the role, from technical through to the human aspects. Show less

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  Magnet Forensics

  Apr 2018 - now

  As a Forensic Sales Consultant, I engage customers through two roles, Forensic Consultant and Regional Account Manager. Forensic Consultant: provides support to the APAC Sales Team as a digital forensics Subject Matter Expert.# Engage digital forensic practitioners to understand the general industry challenges faced in Law Enforcement, Corporate and Consulting environments.# Provide point of contact for users for software and workflow support. # Thought leadership. Developing and delivering interesting and engaging content around challenges and solutions in digital forensics. Presenting at industry conferences, private events and regional webinars.# Seek to work with individual digital forensics practitioners, organisations and agencies to understand goals, challenges and pain points. # Provide software demonstrations and conduct workflow analysis to show how Magnet Forensics Software and Solutions can provide solutions to challenges or lead to efficiency gains. # Develop and conduct hands-on workshops for digital forensics experts. # Product testing of high level features.# Feedback and input into product features and roadmap.# User input and engagement including feedback and feature requests. Regional Account Manager: manages all sales and other activity within Australia, New Zealand and Singapore.# Building and maintaining genuine and trusted relationships with current and potential customers.# Business Development through face to face engagements and channel partners based on deep understanding of business and organisational needs. # Managing channel reseller partnerships.# Building ethical and sustainable sales growth across all products.# Developing and delivering on regional marketing plans.# Building pipeline for short to long term forecasting. # End to end sales management including quoting and lead management.# Supporting wider business operations through effective use of SalesForce. Show less

  • Senior Professional Services Consultant

    Jul 2024 - now

  • Professional Services Consultant

    Jan 2022 - Jul 2024

  • Regional Account Manager & Forensic Consultant

    Apr 2018 - Jan 2022