Digital Forensic Investigator - HC622182

Shared Services Partnership; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in Portsmouth is seeking a Digital Forensic Investigator to perform forensic examinations of digital devices and media, write detailed technical reports, and assist law enforcement with digital evidence. The ideal candidate should have relevant educational qualifications and experience in digital forensics. This role offers support for wellbeing while working with sensitive material.

Benefits

Access to Hampshire Police Leisure and Sport

Gym facilities

Retail and hospitality benefits via Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Educated to QCF Level 6 or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• Experience in a law enforcement or private digital forensics lab.
• Ability to produce detailed technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic examinations of digital devices and media.
• Prepare reports and maintain knowledge of rules of evidence.
• Provide technical advice during forensic examinations.

Skills

Investigative/analytical capability

Experience with operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, iOS)

Technical report writing

Education

QCF Level 6 in Computer Studies or related engineering subject

Work experience in digital forensics

Tools

Digital forensic software

Job description

As a Digital Forensic Investigator, your role will be the forensic examination and retrieval of evidence and intelligence from digital devices and related media. Your role on any day may include:

Responsibilities

• To carry out forensic examinations of digital devices and media, and secure and retrieve relevant data in accordance with national and local guidelines, using proprietary and bespoke forensic hardware and software.
• Extract data using suitable applications for the Officer In the Case (OIC) to view, facilitate the OIC’s viewing of the data and advise accordingly so the OIC can understand the evidential significance and use the material for further investigation and presentation in court.
• Prepare reports and statements, and maintain a working knowledge of the rules of evidence relating to seizure, preservation and admissibility. Advise CPS/Counsel on digital evidence and, if necessary, present evidence in court in a clear and comprehensible manner.
• Provide technical advice and assistance to colleagues in relation to forensic examinations, advising and guiding before, during and after interviews, and evaluate the validity of statements provided by suspects. Assist the OIC in identifying potential weaknesses in statements.
• All applicants must be aware that they will have to work with child abuse material on a frequent basis; internal processes and external assessments will support your wellbeing in this area.

Benefits

• Access to Hampshire Police Leisure and Sport (providing a range of family and sporting activities)
• Gym facilities at a number of our buildings
• Access to retail and hospitality benefits via the Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Essential: Educated to QCF Level 6 in Computer Studies or BEng/BSc in a related engineering or technical subject, such as software development, electronic engineering or information systems; or work experience in a digital forensic subject deemed to bring the postholder to a comparable level.
• Work experience in digital forensics, e.g., in another law enforcement or private digital forensics lab.
• Able to demonstrate a comprehensive investigative/analytical capability.
• Experienced with a wide range of operating systems, e.g., Windows, Linux, macOS, Android and/or iOS mobile devices.
• Experience producing detailed technical reports.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of a wide variety of file systems.
• Desirable: Comprehensive working knowledge of digital forensic software.

Equal Opportunities

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary is an equal opportunities employer that promotes diversity and flexibility. We encourage applications from all backgrounds.