Digital Media Intelligence Officer

Merseyside Police; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Digital Media Intelligence Officer to leverage specialist skills in researching and capturing information from online sources, including the dark web. This role is pivotal in addressing community threats and risks through effective intelligence gathering. You will actively contribute to developing best practices for digital media investigations and work closely with a supportive team dedicated to continuous improvement. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization offers a rewarding environment for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to on-site gyms

Discounts from various retailers

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Flexible working hours

Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Sick pay provisions

Qualifications

• Accreditation as a Digital Media Investigator or willingness to obtain it.
• Experience in Operational Intelligence is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Research and capture information from online sources for intelligence.
• Coordinate open source operating procedures and best practices.

Skills

Digital Media Investigation

Operational Intelligence

Cyber Crime Knowledge

Communication Skills

Research Skills

Self-Motivation

Education

Accreditation as Digital Media Investigator

Job description

Force Intelligence Bureau

Grade D - £29,109 - £31,296

Full Time

12 Months Fixed Term Contract

OCC - Speke

Merseyside Police is a dynamic, challenging, rewarding place to work: we take pride in everything we do.

The best performing urban Force as graded by HMICFRS to date, our strategy is simply to put the communities of Merseyside first. We have a strong focus on continuous improvement in areas we are passionate about: ending Violence Against Women & Girls; tackling Serious Organised Crime & County Lines; strengthening our approach to Diversity & Inclusion; building trust & confidence through Community Engagement.

You’ll be working for a friendly employer who has a passion for investing in our people and creating conditions for you to thrive and be your best self.

Job Purpose

To utilise specialist skills and techniques to research, exploit, and capture information available from online sources (including open sources and the dark web), in order to obtain intelligence to address the Threat, Risk, and Harm affecting the communities of Merseyside.

To actively contribute to the coordination of open source operating procedures, policy, and best practices, acting as a central point of expertise for Digital Media Investigators across the organisation.

Knowledge & Experience

• Hold accreditation as a Digital Media Investigator (DMI) or be prepared to attain such accreditation.
• Previous experience of working in Operational Intelligence is desirable.
• Be computer literate, with the ability to develop skills in line with advances in digital media and undertake in-depth research on the internet.
• Good knowledge of current Threat, Risk & Harm, Force priorities, and investigations to support other DMIs/operational officers regarding Cyber Crime.
• Proven communication skills with confidence to provide specialist advice and liaise at all levels, both internally and externally.
• High level of self-motivation, able to work under pressure, with a flexible approach to changing circumstances.
• Knowledge of RIPA and CPIA, with experience of making applications for Communications Data / Directed Surveillance being desirable.
• Understanding of OSC (Office of Surveillance Commissioners) Procedures and Guidance.

If interested in becoming a Digital Media Intelligence Officer at Merseyside Police, please apply via our Merseyside Police careers page.

Benefits

Merseyside Police operates a smarter working policy, and our management teams are available to discuss flexible working arrangements to meet your needs and the role requirements.

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 30 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years of full service.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions from 5.5% to 11.5% depending on salary.
• Access to on-site gyms at HQ and OCC.
• Option to join onsite unions.
• Discounts from various retailers.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme.
• Hybrid/Agile working (role dependent).
• Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre, including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy, and Mental Health Peer Supporters.
• Flexible working hours between 07:00 and 19:00, with core hours from 10:00 to 15:00.
• Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave entitlements.
• Sick pay provisions.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

Building a workforce that reflects our communities is important. We aim to attract and retain individuals with the best skills and potential, encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds, especially women and Black & Ethnic Minority candidates.

We have a dedicated team to support candidates from underrepresented groups throughout the application process, fostering a more inclusive workforce.