Computer Forensic Examiner I pay range
Commonwealth of Kentucky · class code 20000953
- Class code
- 20000953
- Pay grade
- 14
- Pay unit
- Month
- Alternate ranges
- 3
- State
- Kentucky
- The Commonwealth of Kentucky published pay range for Computer Forensic Examiner I is $3,673 to $5,877 per month, spanning every alternate range the plan defines.
- Kentucky publishes an entry rate and a midpoint for each pay grade, not a maximum, so the upper figure on this page is the grade midpoint.
- That works out to about $44,074 to $70,518 a year at full time.
- Kentucky Personnel Cabinet keys this classification as class code 20000953.
- The plan defines 3 alternate ranges for this class, so the rate depends on which criteria an employee meets.
- This is the range the plan authorises, not the salary of any individual employee.
Alternate ranges
| Range | Entry | Midpoint | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range 37.5-hour week | $3,673 | $5,509 | per month |
| Range 40-hour week | $3,918 | $5,877 | per month |
| Range Hourly | $22.60 | $33.90 | per hour |
Which alternate range applies is set by the plan's own criteria (experience, certification or assignment). The criteria text lives in the source document.
Class specification
The Personnel Cabinet class specification for this class is published by Kentucky Personnel Cabinet. The passages below are quoted from it as published, not paraphrased, and cut to their opening sentences; the full specification is the authority on duties and qualifications. It was last revised 02/16/2025.
What the state says the job is
Participates in formal and on-the-job training to perform forensic examinations of computers and digital devices, including digital storage media, for the purpose of identifying and collecting data for introduction as evidence in court or other legal proceedings; and performs other duties as assigned.
Examples of the work
Gains skills to conduct forensic examinations of computers and other digital devices, including storage media. Learns to complete proper documentation for investigative reports. Assists in performing technical research on the internet regarding the application, configuration, and operation of digital networking and storage devices. Researches and maintains knowledge of current development in the field of computer forensics by attending related training courses, seminars, and conferences.
Minimum qualifications
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with an associate's degree in computer science, information services, data communications and networks, digital forensic studies or a related field. EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience working with computers and/or digital networking devices will substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Special requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification. Applicants for employment with the Office of the Attorney General must be 21 years of age and are subject to the provisions of KRS Chapter 15 and 503 KAR 1:140 relating to peace officer certifica ...
Quoted from the Personnel Cabinet class specification, read 2026-10-21.
Where this comes from
Kentucky Personnel Cabinet publishes this figure in Classified and Unclassified 37.5 and 40-Hour Salary Schedule, effective September 16, 2026. Every number on this page is read from that document; nothing is estimated, modelled or averaged.
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