Digital Forensics Desktop and Software Administrator

Red Snapper Recruitment Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK recruitment agency is seeking a Digital Forensics Desktop and Software Administrator in London to support a financial regulator's Digital Forensics Unit. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Computing, experience in PowerShell scripting, and knowledge of Digital Forensics. This role is office-based, with a contract lasting until October 2026, offering competitive pay rates.

Qualifications

• Experience in troubleshooting network protocols and hardware/software issues.
• Adept at creating and maintaining PowerShell scripts.
• Experience in working with various stakeholders focusing on user experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth running of the Digital Forensics support infrastructure.
• Write scripts and produce technical code for automation.
• Support testing and validation of forensic tools and maintain software continuity.

Skills

Automation improvement

PowerShell scripting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Digital Forensics knowledge

Education

Graduate level education in Computing or Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft deployment technologies

Job description

Red Snapper Recruitment are recruiting for a Digital Forensics Desktop and Software Administrator for the Quality Team of a Digital Forensics Unit at a UK Financial Regulator.

Location: London (Office Based)

Contract: Until end of October 2026

Salary: £34.07 PAYE / £44.89 UMB per hour

Vetting: Existing SC level vetting or be able to undergo this.

Main activities of the role

• Work with the Network and systems manager to ensure smooth running of the Digital Forensics support infrastructure
• Write scripts and produce technical code to support and maintain bespoke software with a view to automate technologies
• Work with the Quality Management Team to support testing and validation of forensic tools, software, and hardware in line with the Forensic Science Regulators Code of Practice and ISO 17025 and maintain software version continuity across the estate

Essential Criteria

• Graduate level education (or equivalent experience) in Computing, Computer Science, or equivalent subject
• Adept at leveraging automation to improve development processes and optimise software delivery
• Experience in creating and maintaining PowerShell scripts and programming languages
• Knowledge of or experience in Microsoft deployment technologies, with a familiarity with common hashing algorithms, including their benefits and drawbacks
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical information to non‑technical stakeholders as well as prioritising the needs and satisfaction of the end users, when providing technical support
• Knowledge of Digital Forensics, the Forensic Science Regulator and ISO 17025
• Ensuring that projects or products are completed successfully

Minimum

• Experience of troubleshooting fundamental network protocols and hardware and software issues with desktops
• Experience in creating PowerShell scripts and working in a testing environment
• Experience of working with various stakeholders and end users with a focus on user experience and delivery

Due to the high volume of applications received, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, I am afraid your application has been unsuccessful.

RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety and enterprise security skills and experience. Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group. The Red Snapper Group acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.