Deloitte announced that it has expanded its analytic & forensic technology (AFT) practice with the addition of Josh Ellis as a director with Deloitte Financial Advisory Services. Ellis is based in San Francisco.

Ellis brings extensive experience in forensic technology, e-discovery, data analytics, fraud investigations and risk management. As a member of the AFT practice's data analytics group Ellis focuses on client delivery, and broadening and developing fraud and bribery detection tools.

Previously, Ellis served as a board member and chief information officer for the Serious Fraud Office in London and was responsible for all facets of the lifecycle of digital evidence in investigations and prosecutions. Prior to that, Ellis was regional director of advisory services for another Big Four professional services organization, leading its forensic technology practice in 27 Central and Eastern Europe and Commonwealth of Independent States from the company's office in Russia.