Digital Media Intelligence Officer @ Merseyside Police

Cyber Crime; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic police force dedicated to community safety and improvement. This role focuses on utilizing advanced digital media investigation techniques to gather intelligence from online sources, including the dark web. You will contribute to the coordination of operational procedures, acting as a central expertise point for Digital Media Investigators. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization offers a supportive work environment and flexible working arrangements to help you thrive in your career. Embrace the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the safety of Merseyside communities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to on-site gyms

Option to join onsite unions

Health and Wellbeing Centre support

Flexible working hours

Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Sick pay provisions

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Utilize skills to capture information from online sources to obtain intelligence.
• Coordinate 'open source' operating procedures and best practices.

Skills

Digital Media Investigation

Operational Intelligence

Internet Research

Communication Skills

Knowledge of RIPA and CPIA

Education

Accreditation as Digital Media Investigator

Job description

Job Description

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

As the best performing urban Force graded by HMICFRS to date, our strategy is to put the communities of Merseyside first. We focus on continuous improvement in areas such as ending Violence Against Women & Girls, tackling Serious Organised Crime & County Lines, strengthening our approach to Diversity & Inclusion, and building trust through Community Engagement.

You will work for a friendly employer who invests in our people, creating conditions for you to thrive and be your best self.

Job Purpose

To utilize specialist skills and techniques to research, exploit, and capture information from online sources (including the dark web) to obtain intelligence that addresses the Threat, Risk, and Harm affecting Merseyside communities.

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

Knowledge & Experience

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

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Merseyside Police offers flexible working policies, and our management teams are available to discuss flexible working needs and role requirements.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years of 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.
• Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre, including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy, and Mental Health Peer Supporters.
• Flexible working hours between 07:00 – 19:00, with core hours from 10:00 – 15:00.
• Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave entitlements.
• Sick pay provisions.

Diversity, Equality & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects our communities. We aim to attract and retain talented individuals, especially from under-represented groups, including women and ethnic minorities. Our dedicated team supports candidates from diverse backgrounds throughout the application process.