Digital Forensic Analyst

North Yorkshire Council; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Northallerton is seeking candidates for a digital forensics role. This position involves conducting examinations, assisting in investigations of online fraud, and providing evidence in proceedings. Candidates can be new entrants or experienced professionals in digital forensics, with benefits including flexible working, career advancement, and various salary sacrifice schemes. Contact Lisa Pryke or Chris Butcher for more information.

Benefits

Local government pension scheme

Family friendly leave

Salary sacrifice schemes

Modern flexible working practices

Learning and development packages

Career advancement opportunities

Employee discount benefits

Green car and cycle schemes

Travel loans

Responsibilities

• Carry out digital forensic examinations and analysis.
• Submit detailed reports on findings.
• Provide evidence in criminal or civil proceedings.

Skills

Knowledge of computer hardware

Knowledge of computer software

Experience in digital forensics

ISO accreditation knowledge

Education

Relevant degree or training in digital forensics

Degree not required for new entrants

Job description

The role

Do you work in the field of digital forensics or are you looking to start a career in the field?

If you answered ‘Yes’, we would be pleased to offer you a real opportunity to be involved in digital forensics and online criminal investigations. The successful candidates will join our expanding team and play a vital role, working alongside likeminded colleagues in support of local, regional and national investigations in areas such as fraud, money laundering and other crimes causing serious harm to consumers.

Our Team

North Yorkshire Council is a joint host authority, alongside City of York Council, for the National Trading Standards eCrime Team. This specialist team is responsible for investigating, prosecuting and disrupting high-value online frauds. The Digital Forensics Unit also operates a commercial service, NYtech, which provides digital forensics, onsite warrant assistance and a range of other technical services to customers across the country.

The Role

You will carry out digital forensic examinations and analysis and submit detailed reports, where appropriate. You will provide advice to external officers in the seizure, handling and submission of digital evidence. You will attend and assist in the execution of entry warrants where complex systems are likely to be present, acquiring evidence from stand‑alone computers, servers and network devices. You will also give evidence, as necessary, in criminal or civil proceedings.

For more details, please see our Job Description.

What you will bring

This is a career grade role and as such offers opportunities for both new entrants and candidates with experience in digital forensics.

For new entrants at Grade F, whilst a degree is not required it would be advantageous. You will also have a good knowledge of computer hardware and software.

For candidates at Grades I and JK, a relevant degree or appropriate digital forensics training is required, alongside previous experience of working in a digital forensics environment. At the higher grades a sound knowledge of ISO accreditation would also be a distinct advantage.

Working at North Yorkshire Council

In addition to your salary, we offer a range of great benefits to help you financially make life a bit easier.

These include:

• a local government, career average employer contribution pension scheme
• family friendly leave
• salary sacrifice schemes
• modern flexible working practices
• learning and development packages
• career advancement opportunities
• employee discount benefits including shopping and gym discounts
• green car and cycle schemes
• travel loans

Contact and apply

For further information about the role please contact either Lisa Pryke ([e-mail]) or Chris Butcher ([e-mail])

To apply please click the Apply Nowlink below.