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D. Gilbert

Founder & Principal Investigator

Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics leader with 10+ years of experience building and directing Insider Threat, Incident Response, and DFIR programs in highly regulated industries. Proven ability to design enterprise-wide security strategies, lead cross-functional teams, and align security initiatives with business and compliance objectives.

Skilled at modernizing security operations, implementing advanced detection capabilities, and influencing executive stakeholders to reduce risk and strengthen organizational resilience. Recognized for driving innovation in forensic practices and mentoring high-performing teams.

Professional Experience

With experience spanning enterprise security at Fortune 500 companies to training federal law enforcement officers, Gilbert Technical brings world-class forensic capabilities to every engagement.

2022

Lead Analyst, Insider Threat & Risk

W. R. Berkley

Designed and implemented the enterprise Insider Threat Program, including tool selection (DLP, UEBA), policy development, and employee awareness training—protecting over 9,000 employees. Built cross-functional partnerships with Legal, HR, Compliance, and Information Security. Modernized legacy detection systems while reducing operational costs and expanding monitoring coverage.

2018

Enterprise Forensic Analyst

General Motors

Investigated complex cases involving intellectual property theft, workplace policy violations, and corporate espionage. Pioneered remote, over-the-network evidence acquisition enabling covert recovery of artifacts. Developed User Behavior Analytics platform using AI and Machine Learning. Executed investigations across Windows, Mac, Linux, servers, and network devices.

2017

Senior Security Analyst

AccuTech International

Managed and monitored thousands of workstations and servers across the client base. Performed network vulnerability scans and developed security strategies for a large VPN network spanning 50+ clients. Maintained security, backup, and redundancy strategies.

2014

NCFI Instructor

United States Secret Service (via DERA Forensic Group)

Instructed local, state, and federal law enforcement officers in advanced undercover investigative techniques, social media investigations, digital evidence recovery, and network forensics. Developed and maintained curriculum based on evolving technological platforms. Responsible for new technology acquisition decisions for classes and R&D.

2013

Digital Evidence Intern

Michigan State Police - Digital Evidence Unit

Implemented 96TB forensic NAS solution for evidence storage and processing. Provisioned compartmentalized disk quotas ensuring evidence integrity and confidentiality. Provided on-scene triaging using industry standard tools and procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science

Western Michigan University

2013 — 2016

Associate of Applied Science

Schoolcraft College

2010 — 2012

Professional Certifications

Industry-recognized credentials demonstrating expertise in digital forensics, security analysis, and investigative techniques.

  • Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) — International Association for Computer Investigative Specialists (2017 – Present)
  • Advanced Windows Forensic Examinations — International Association for Computer Investigative Specialists (2025)
  • Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) — International Association for Computer Investigative Specialists (2025)
  • Security+ — CompTIA (2017 – 2020)
  • Nessus Fundamentals — Cybrary (2017 – Present)

By The Numbers

10+
Years Experience
9K+
Employees Protected
50+
Clients Secured
100s
Officers Trained

Areas of Expertise

Insider Threat Detection & Investigation: Enterprise program design, UEBA implementation, cross-functional collaboration with Legal, HR, and Compliance teams, and covert evidence acquisition.

Computer & Mobile Forensics: Comprehensive analysis across Windows, Mac, Linux, mobile devices, servers, and network infrastructure. Chain of custody protocols and court-admissible evidence handling.

Incident Response: Rapid response to security breaches, evidence preservation, root cause analysis, and remediation guidance.

User Behavior Analytics: AI and machine learning-powered detection systems to identify potentially malicious insider activity before damage occurs.

Law Enforcement Training: Curriculum development and instruction for federal, state, and local law enforcement in digital forensics and investigative techniques.

Professional Affiliations

Active member of the International Association for Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS), committed to ongoing professional development and staying current with evolving forensic methodologies and technologies.

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