Data Forensic Investigator – SW Forensics

Avon and Somerset Police; West of England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Forensic Focus in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced digital forensics practitioner to examine and reconstruct data from computers and mobile devices to uncover evidence of criminal activity.

You will support search warrants, interview suspects on technical matters, maintain forensic systems and contribute to major incident investigations, with opportunities to progress toward court-accredited investigator status.

Qualifications

• Requires a computer science degree or investigatory experience in digital evidence gathering.
• Familiarity with Windows, Linux, Android and iOS platforms.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation such as RIPA, Computer Misuse Act and ACPO guidelines.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Digital forensics

Investigation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Forensic data recovery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Windows

Linux

Android

iOS

Job description

The Role

Working 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 & Experience

Candidates 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 Return and ACPO guidelines. Strong analytical, communication and forensic data recovery skills are essential.

Who It Suits

Ideal 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.