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Steven G. Burgess, CFC, BSBA

San Luis Obispo, CA
Computer and Digital Forensics – Data Recovery and E-Discovery

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Professional Summary

Steven G. Burgess, CFC, BSBA is a computer and digital forensics expert specializing in data recovery and electronic discovery. With a career encompassing diverse roles in computer hardware, software, and forensic analysis, he brings a comprehensive understanding of digital evidence to litigation work. His work centers on investigating digital data breaches, assessing data recovery processes, and evaluating whether electronic evidence meets legal standards.

Mr. Burgess has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, Idaho, Louisiana, Mississippi, New York, Nevada, and Texas, involving computer investigations, family law, and intellectual property cases. His Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, along with his Certified Forensics Consultant designation, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving digital forensics and cybersecurity.

Work Experience

Burgess Consulting / Forensics — Principal | 1992–2021 Foresight Institute — Immediate Past President, Formerly Chief Operating Officer, Treasurer | 2014–2020 Orcutt Academy — Instructor/Coach, Cyberforensics | 2017 California Polytechnical Institute Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship — Mentor | 2014–2017 Allan Hancock College — Mentor, Coach and Judge | 2013–2016 Data Recovery Worldwide — Principal, Founder | 2006–2009 Committed To Memory, LLC — President and Founder | 1997–2001 Data Recovery/Disk Repair, Inc. — Founder, Managing Vice-President | 1992–1994 Mipro III — Founder, General Partner | 1984–1992 Mipro — Lead Technician, Marketing Assistant | 1983–1984

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Steven G. Burgess is a leading expert in digital forensics and data recovery, specializing in the analysis and recovery of data from electronic media.

Best Use Cases

  • 1expert witness in digital forensics cases
  • 2consultation for data recovery issues
  • 3training in electronic discovery processes

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Education

  • Bachelor of Science Business Administration

    University of Phoenix · 2004

  • University of California at Santa Barbara

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