Hexordia's Jessica Hyde: Navigating The Future Of Digital Forensics
Release Date: 05/13/2025
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info_outlineJessica Hyde from Hexordia joins the Forensic Focus Podcast to discuss her unique journey from Marine Corps avionics technician to digital forensics expert. Jessica shares how her military background provided transferable skills for forensic investigations, emphasizing the importance of documentation, troubleshooting, and diverse perspectives in finding truth in digital evidence.
The conversation explores critical topics including IoT forensics challenges, the urgent need for timely data acquisition before evidence degrades, and the role of AI in forensic analysis. Jessica also discusses her experience teaching at George Mason University since 2016, how students' questions enhance her own knowledge, and why interdisciplinary teams create better forensic outcomes.
With candid reflections on maintaining perspective while handling difficult cases and thoughts on the future challenges of policy and law keeping pace with technology, this episode offers valuable insights for both seasoned professionals and those new to digital forensics.
#DigitalForensics #MobileForensics #CyberInvestigation #DFIR #AI
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:02 Jessica Hyde's Unique Career Path
03:06 Transition to Digital Forensics
13:17 Teaching and Learning in Digital Forensics
20:12 Hands-On Forensics and IoT Devices
24:19 The Importance of Interdisciplinary Teams
27:12 Humor and Levity in Forensics
29:38 The Role of Cyber Investigators
31:07 Bias in Cyber Investigations
32:01 Generational Perspectives in Technology
33:51 Privacy Concerns in Digital Forensics
36:53 The Importance of Timely Data Acquisition
44:28 Challenges with AI in Digital Forensics
54:42 Policy and Legal Challenges in Digital Forensics
56:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Show Notes
Hexordia - https://www.hexordia.com
George Mason University - https://dfor.gmu.edu/person/jessica-l-hyde
SWGDE - https://www.swgde.org