Computer Forensics
Forensic imaging, deleted file recovery, email analysis and artifact extraction. On-site evidence collection in Victoria for civil litigation, employment investigations and criminal cases with full chain-of-custody documentation.
Victoria, BC
Digital Forensics in Victoria, BC
Forensic expertise for BC's capital, from provincial government to CFB Esquimalt.
Sherlock Forensics provides digital forensics services in Victoria, BC, including computer forensics, mobile device analysis, incident response and expert witness testimony. Assessments start at $1,500 CAD. Headquartered in Metro Vancouver with offices in Burnaby and Coquitlam, the firm serves Victoria through remote engagements via ShadowTap and on-site visits for forensic evidence collection.
Victoria is the seat of British Columbia's provincial government and home to Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt, the Royal Canadian Navy's Pacific headquarters. The city also hosts a growing technology sector and a tourism industry that generates billions in annual revenue. These sectors handle classified government documents, military communications, citizen data and financial transactions that demand the highest standards of digital security and forensic capability. Sherlock Forensics serves Victoria from our Metro Vancouver headquarters, providing remote penetration testing via ShadowTap and travelling to Victoria for on-site forensic evidence collection.
Victoria Digital Forensics
Serving BC's Capital City
Provincial Government
Victoria's economy revolves around the provincial government, with ministries, Crown corporations and public sector agencies managing sensitive citizen data, policy documents and critical infrastructure systems. Government organizations face persistent threats from nation-state actors, hacktivist groups and organized cybercriminals. Digital forensics and incident response for government require examiners who understand public sector compliance frameworks including BC's Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and federal security standards.
Military and Defence
CFB Esquimalt is the Royal Canadian Navy's Pacific fleet headquarters and a major employer in the Victoria region. Defence contractors, military suppliers and organizations in the CFB Esquimalt ecosystem handle controlled goods and sensitive information that requires security validation. While military networks themselves have their own security programs, the contractors and suppliers serving the base need independent penetration testing and security assessments to meet controlled goods program requirements.
Tourism Technology
Victoria's tourism industry processes millions of online bookings, credit card transactions and guest records annually. Hotels, tour operators, restaurant groups and destination management companies increasingly rely on digital platforms that handle personal and financial data. A breach affecting visitor data can trigger PIPEDA notification requirements and damage the reputation of one of Canada's premier tourism destinations. We provide security assessments and incident response tailored to the hospitality technology stack.
Victoria Services
Forensic and Security Services
Penetration Testing
Remote network, application and cloud penetration testing for Victoria organizations. External testing conducted remotely, internal testing via ShadowTap shipped to your Victoria office. No on-site visit required for most engagements.
AI Code Security Audit
Security audits for AI-generated code and vibe-coded applications. Remote delivery means Victoria organizations receive the same depth of assessment as our Metro Vancouver clients.
Incident Response
Emergency response for ransomware, data breaches and network compromises. Remote triage begins immediately, with on-site deployment to Victoria available for evidence collection and containment.
Remote Delivery
How We Serve Victoria
ShadowTap for Internal Pentests
We ship a pre-configured ShadowTap device to your Victoria office. Plug it into any network port and our team conducts a full internal penetration test through an encrypted tunnel from our Burnaby lab. Active Directory assessment, lateral movement testing, privilege escalation analysis and network segmentation validation, all without requiring us to be physically present in Victoria.
On-Site Forensic Collection
When cases require physical evidence collection, our examiners travel to Victoria for on-site forensic imaging. We bring write-blockers, forensic imaging hardware and secure transport containers. Evidence is processed at our Burnaby laboratory with full chain-of-custody documentation maintained throughout transport.
Court Testimony in BC
Ryan Purita provides expert witness testimony in British Columbia courts, including Victoria courts. As a BC-based firm, we understand provincial rules of evidence, FIPPA requirements and the disclosure obligations that apply to government and public sector organizations.
Metro Vancouver Headquarters
Sherlock Forensics is headquartered in Metro Vancouver with offices in Burnaby and Coquitlam. Victoria clients benefit from our proximity within British Columbia, shared timezone, same provincial regulatory framework and the ability to be on-site on Vancouver Island within a few hours when urgency demands it.
Credentials
Ryan Purita, CISSP
Principal Examiner
Ryan Purita founded Sherlock Forensics in 2006 and leads all forensic investigations and security engagements. He holds the CISSP designation and has nearly two decades of experience in digital forensics, penetration testing and incident response. Ryan has worked with government agencies, defence contractors and technology companies across British Columbia.
Expert Witness
Ryan provides expert witness testimony in British Columbia courts on digital forensics and cybersecurity. His reports address both technical findings and the regulatory context that matters to government and public sector organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Victoria Digital Forensics FAQs
- How much does digital forensics cost in Victoria?
- Sherlock Forensics offers security assessments starting at $1,500 CAD. Digital forensics investigation pricing depends on device count, data volume and case complexity. Contact us for a detailed quote for your Victoria case.
- Do you provide digital forensics in Victoria, BC?
- Yes. We provide remote penetration testing and security assessments for Victoria organizations via ShadowTap, and our examiners travel to Victoria for on-site forensic evidence collection. Our headquarters are in Metro Vancouver with offices in Burnaby and Coquitlam.
- Can you testify in British Columbia court?
- Yes. Ryan Purita, CISSP, provides expert witness testimony in BC courts including Victoria courts. Our forensic reports meet Canadian evidentiary standards and are prepared for cross-examination.
- How does remote penetration testing work for Victoria?
- We ship a pre-configured ShadowTap device to your Victoria office. Plug it into any network port and our team tests your internal network through an encrypted tunnel from our Burnaby lab. External testing is conducted remotely with no hardware required. Order online to get started.
Get Started
Digital forensics for Victoria's government and tech sectors.
Order forensic or security services online. Quick Audit from $1,500 CAD.
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Call to discuss digital forensics or cybersecurity requirements. We serve Victoria from our Metro Vancouver headquarters in Burnaby and Coquitlam.
Call 604.229.1994- Phone
- 604.229.1994
- Headquarters
- Burnaby and Coquitlam, BC
- Victoria Delivery
- Remote via ShadowTap, on-site as needed