Matt Levan retired from the Sugar Land Police Department in Sugar Land, Texas after over 28 years of service, holding the rank of Sergeant. He was assigned to the Criminal Investigations Division for 20 years and supervised the Major Crimes Unit being responsible for case management and supervision of serious felony investigations. Matt was a member of the local Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) task force and personally investigated many electronic crimes.
Matt has been a digital forensics examiner for over 15 years. He is a certified forensic computer examiner (CFCE) and certified mobile device examiner (ICMDE) through the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS). He has conducted well over 700 forensic exams on items of digital evidence including cell phones, computers, vehicle infotainment systems, external hard and thumb drives, etc. Matt was responsible for the analysis and interpretation of the data located on many of these devices in support of investigations. He has provided expert testimony in State courts.
In June of 2024 Matt began the next chapter in his professional career accepting a position as a Forensic Expert with Aperture LLC, a forensic engineering services platform company, where he will continue working as a Digital forensics examiner at the Houston, Texas office.
Matt's Expertise
- Digital Forensics
Education
Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies, University of Houston, 2011
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, Sam Houston State University, 1995
Professional Certifications
IACIS (International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists) Certified Forensic Computer Examiner – Certificate ID 48348
IACIS (International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists) Certified Mobile Device Examiner – Certificate ID 48348
Magnet Certified Forensic Examiner
Magnet Mobile Certified Examiner
Magnet Certified Graykey Examiner
Magnet Certified Authenticity Examiner
Cellebrite Certified Mobile Examiner
Cellebrite Certified Operator
Cellebrite Certified Physical Analyst
Cellebrite Certified Operator Inseyets
Cellebrite Certified Physical Analyst Inseyets
Cellebrite Advanced Smartphone Analysis
Berla Certified Vehicle System Forensic Operator
Berla Certified Vehicle System Forensic Technician
Berla Certified Vehicle System Forensic Examiner
Berla Chip Off Certified Vehicle System Forensic Technician
CellHawk Basic Certification
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement- Cybercrime Investigator Proficiency
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement- Master Peace Officer
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement- Sexual Assault and Family Violence Investigator
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement- Academic Recognition Award
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement- Crime Prevention Inspector
Licensed Private Investigator State of Texas License No: 161453901
Work Experience
Aperture, LLC, Houston, TX, July 2024 - Present, Forensic Expert - Digital Forensics / Investigations / Event Management
Sugar Land Police Department, 1996 – 2024, Police Officer / Detective / Sergeant
- Responsible for investigating or managing all types of criminal investigations including electronic crimes. Conducted cell phone mapping investigations. Skilled veteran investigator and supervisor who managed major felony criminal investigations and serious bodily injury/fatality traffic crash investigations. Extensive experience in Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) and electronic crime investigations. SWAT team member. Field Training Officer. Field Training Supervisor. Routine investigation of traffic crashes and documentation of crime scenes. Detection and enforcement of vehicle traffic laws. Courtroom testimony provided in municipal, county court of law, county district and federal courts.
Memberships
International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists
International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS)
Texas Municipal Police Association (TMPA)
Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA)
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (TCDLA)
Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association (HCCLA)
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
Capabilities
Cell Phone and Mobile Device Forensics
Computer Forensics
Damaged Device Forensics
Vehicle System Forensics
Call Detail Records Analysis
Dashcam and Surveillance Video Analysis
Expert Testimony
Matt's Expertise
- Digital Forensics
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