ABSTRACT
The profession of the systems security officer has become
well defined as agencies and business entities have estab-
lished and proactively manage information protection pro-
grams that involve the use of computers, networks, and
digital devices supporting the flow of information, com-
munications, business, and financial transactions. The role
of a computer security officer (CSO) is increasingly
involved with supporting the collection, safeguarding,
and production of computer-based data which is needed
for investigation and litigation of administrative, civil, and
criminal matters. The CSO is sometimes tasked with pro-
viding both advice and assistance in collecting and produ-
cing digital information that has been requested by the
investigating parties in these matters. As the utility of
electronic discovery and digital forensics investigations
becomes more apparent, the security professional should
become more aware of these matters.