Digital Forensic Technician

Surrey Police & Sussex Police Collaboration; Guildford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Surrey Police Forensic Investigations Department as a Digital Forensic Technician, supporting frontline policing through thorough examinations of mobile devices. This full-time position offers a salary range of £27,545 to £31,285, focusing on critical investigations in a collaborative police environment.

Benefits

Career progression

Generous annual leave allowance

Contributory pension scheme

Discounts for everyday spend

On-site gyms and sports clubs

Financial and mental wellbeing support

Generous parental leave

Qualifications

• Good standard of secondary education (GCSEs A-C) including Maths and English.
• Proven IT skills with diverse software applications.
• Ability to manage workloads and adapt to competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct logical, physical, and manual examinations of mobile devices.
• Provide tactical advice to investigating officers.
• Ensure correct handling of exhibits and maintain case management.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

GCSEs A-C grade including Maths and English

Job description

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Surrey Police & Sussex Police Collaboration

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Guildford, United Kingdom

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Posted:

17.06.2025

Expiry Date:

01.08.2025

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Job Description:

Vacancy Information

This role is within a unit where Surrey Police and Sussex Police work in collaboration, whilstremaining two separate legal entities/employers with different terms and conditions.

Both Surrey Police staff and Sussex Police staff are employed in this unit on their own force terms and conditions.

Successful candidates may be appointed on the terms and conditions of employment of either Surrey Police or Sussex Police, depending on organisational requirements. A discussion will be held with the successful candidate to confirm the details of location, salary, allowances and hours.

Division / Department - Specialist Crime
Grade - Surrey Police Grade E / Sussex Police Grade 8
Status - Full Time
Contract Type - Permanent
Salary Grade Range - Surrey Police £27,545 - £31,285 / Sussex Police £27,747 - £29,649
Working Hours - 36.0 Hours per Week
Shift Allowance - No
Politically Restricted - No
Location - Surrey Police Headquarters, Guildford

The starting salary for this role will usually be at the bottom of the salary range and will be pro-rata if the working hours are less than full time.

Chief Constables' Message

We really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe.

We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you.

We wish you all the very best with your application.

The Role & Key Responsibilities

Surrey Police Forensic Investigations Department are seeking to recruit Digital Forensic Technicians into our fast-paced Digital Forensics Team.

Based at Surrey Police Headquarters, Guildford.

Hours of work will consist of 08:00 - 16:00 Monday to Friday.

The role will support frontline policing investigations through the examination of mobile devices. Provide tactical and technical support and advice in relation to digital examinations and reviewing of data.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

You will carry out the logical, physical and manual examinations of mobile devices to support policing investigations in line with service level agreements.

Through engagement with investigating officers, you will provide tactical advice to ensure examinations are targeted and proportionate in support of the investigative strategy.

You will extract, manage, file and store data in the appropriate storage medium, providing a product to support investigations.

You will be responsible for providing technical support to investigating officers viewing evidential data and assist in the overview of evidence available.

You will need to ensure the correct handling of exhibits, maintain continuity and integrity and to ensure all movements and examinations are fully recorded on the case management system.

You will be required to work to standard operating procedures in line with ISO 17025 standards of accreditation.

You will have responsibility for providing tactical and technical support to users of self-service kiosks/forensic workstations, ensuring all enquiries are dealt with effectively and promptly. Completion of audits and maintenance of hardware and software equipment.

Skills & Experience

Good standard of secondary education (GCSE’s A-C grade/or equivalent) including Maths and English or equivalent by recent, relevant experience.

Proven IT skills with experience of using a wide variety of computer software applications.

Self-motivated and proven experience of working to deadlines with minimal supervision.

Ability to manage high workloads and adapt to changing demands and competing priorities.

Good interpersonal skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively with customers, challenging appropriately where required.

Strong attention to detail. Proven problem-solving skills including analysis and interpretation.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills including report writing.

Ability to learn to use specific digital forensic software applications with an aptitude for continuous learning and professional development.

Awareness of exhibit handling and procedures including continuity and integrity.

Capable of absolute discretion when dealing with casework of a highly sensitive and confidential nature.

Why Work With Us?

We take pride in looking after our people and offer a variety of benefits;

• career progression
• contributory pension scheme (LGPS)
• generous annual leave allowance
• discounts for everyday spend
• on-site gyms and a range of sports clubs
• generous and supportive parental leave
• financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support
• discounted contributory healthcare scheme

Further Information

The nature of this role may potentially expose the post holder to extremely distressing material and images. The post holder will therefore be required to undergo a psychological wellbeing check. This not only forms a baseline for further checks but also ensures people are fit to undertake the role at the outset.

The post holder will also be required to:

To undergo security vetting to the appropriate level.

To successfully complete all relevant / mandatory training courses, and abide with any relevant learning and development agreements specific to relevant courses.

To attend and participate in regular psychological wellbeing checks with occupational health at least every six months.

A full Job Description is attached to this application for you to view with a more in-depth layout of responsibilities involved.

IMPORTANT:

Please read the application form carefully, failure to meet minimum word counts will result in your application being rejected.