Data Forensic Investigator – SW Forensics

Forensic Focus; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Avon and Somerset Police in Bristol is seeking a Data Forensic Investigator to examine and reconstruct data from computers and mobile devices, uncovering evidence of criminal activity. You will support search warrants, interview suspects on technical matters, and maintain forensic systems.

The role suits an experienced digital forensics practitioner who can apply forensic analysis skills to support law enforcement and major investigations.

Qualifications

• Computer science degree or investigatory experience in digital evidence gathering.
• Familiarity with Windows, Linux, Android and iOS.
• Knowledge of RIPA, Computer Misuse Act and ACPO guidelines.
• Strong analytical, communication and forensic data recovery skills.

Responsibilities

• Examine and reconstruct data from computers and mobile devices to uncover evidence of criminal activity.
• Support search warrants and interviewing suspects on technical matters.
• Maintain forensic systems and assist with major incident investigations.

Skills

Digital forensics

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Windows OS

Linux

Android

iOS

Forensic data recovery

Education

Computer Science degree

Investigatory digital evidence experience

Tools

Forensic software basics

Job description

# Data Forensic Investigator – SW Forensics*Avon and Somerset Police***Bristol, England**Onsite · Mid · Full-time### The RoleWorking within a police digital forensics unit, the role involves examining and reconstructing data from computers and mobile devices to uncover evidence of criminal activity. Duties include supporting search warrants, interviewing suspects on technical matters, maintaining forensic systems, and assisting with major incident investigations.### Skills & ExperienceCandidates need a computer science degree or investigatory experience in digital evidence gathering, familiarity with Windows, Linux, Android and iOS, and knowledge of relevant legislation including RIPA, Computer Misuse Act and ACPO guidelines. Strong analytical, communication and forensic data recovery skills are essential.### Who It SuitsIdeal for an experienced digital forensics practitioner or technically skilled investigator seeking to apply forensic analysis skills to support law enforcement, bring offenders to justice, and work towards court-accredited investigator status.