DMIU Digital Forensics Investigator (Ref:6927)

HM Prison and Probation Service; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The HM Prison and Probation Service is seeking a Digital Forensic Investigator to join the Digital Media Investigation Unit. In this crucial role, candidates will be responsible for analyzing data from seized devices, working with key law enforcement teams, and supporting digital intelligence development.

Benefits

Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension

Access to learning and development

Flexible working options

Annual Leave and Public Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in digital forensics or analysis of digital data.
• Ability to handle illicit devices and data extraction.

Responsibilities

• Extract, triage, and analyze data from illicit devices.
• Provide digital forensic support to operations and incidents.

Skills

Digital Forensics

Data Analysis

Communication

Job description

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This position is based at HM PRISON LINDHOLME DONCASTER, DN7 6EE

Job Summary

Please refer to Job Description

Job Description

Digital Media Investigation Unit

Digital Forensic Investigator Band 5

Overview

The post holder(s) will work in the in the Digital Media Investigation Unit (DMIU), part of the National Intelligence Unit within the Directorate of Security.

DMIU acts as a ‘Centre of Excellence’ for the provision of lawful digital intelligence development and investigation tactics to support both criminal and professional standards proceedings with the provision of high-quality intelligence and evidence packages. Post holders will work in partnership with key intelligence, investigation and operational front-line teams covering a range of key threats to prisons and the community.

Role

The Digital Forensic Investigator is a highly specialised technical role, responsible for the extraction, triage, and initial analysis of data from illicit devices seized in prison custody and the provision of that data to our customers.

The role directly supports applicants for digital forensic extraction services, helping ensure correct exhibit handling from seizure, through successful extraction and provision of data. Post holders will work directly with Digital Media Investigators.

This campaign is advertised to fill an existing vacancy, and a merit list will be held for the imminent expansion of the Digital Forensic Investigator Team.

Requirements

As a specialist function, DMIU work in a fast paced and ever-changing area of technology. Therefore, in addition to the attached Job Description, additional Remit and responsibility may include;

• Advanced digital forensics – Development of device extraction on new and emerging technology such as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Drones).
• Short notice travel to provide on-site digital forensic support to incidents and operations across England and Wales using the digital forensics Van. A full driving license is desirable.
• Support the development, input of data and response to system 'flags' of the Seized Media Database. For example, supporting external partners who may get an associated flag on the Police National Database.
• On Call/Weekend Cover on a rota basis to support and develop current Gold rota arrangements relating to digital forensics and online investigation
• The ideal candidate will have an experience in digital forensics or background in the analysis of digital data to support investigations. Specialist training in Digital Forensics will be provided.
  
  

Location

All roles will be based at the Digital Media Investigation Unit Forensic Laboratory based near Doncaster (Yorkshire and Humberside region)

Clearance Level

Must have or able to obtain security clearance of at least SC level (DV may be required).

Campaign Type

External recruitment.

Sifted candidates who are invited to interview for this role will be required to undertake an assessment exercise (detailed instructions and data will be provided on the day) followed by a number of behaviour and strength questions. All materials will be provided on the day to candidates.

Digital Media Investigation Unit

Digital Forensic Investigator Band 5

Requirements

As a specialist function, DMIU work in a fast paced and ever-changing area of technology. Therefore, in addition to the attached Job Description, additional Remit and responsibility may include;

• Advanced digital forensics – Development of device extraction on new and emerging technology such as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Drones).
• Short notice travel to provide on-site digital forensic support to incidents and operations across England and Wales using the digital forensics Van. A full driving license is desirable.
• Support the development, input of data and response to system 'flags' of the Seized Media Database. For example, supporting external partners who may get an associated flag on the Police National Database.
• On Call/Weekend Cover on a rota basis to support and develop current Gold rota arrangements relating to digital forensics and online investigation
• The ideal candidate will have an experience in digital forensics or background in the analysis of digital data to support investigations. Specialist training in Digital Forensics will be provided.
  
  

Location

All roles will be based at the Digital Media Investigation Unit Forensic Laboratory based near Doncaster (Yorkshire and Humberside region)

Clearance Level

Must have or able to obtain security clearance of at least SC level (DV may be required).

Campaign Type

External recruitment.

Sifted candidates who are invited to interview for this role will be required to undertake an assessment exercise (detailed instructions and data will be provided on the day) followed by a number of behaviour and strength questions. All materials will be provided on the day to candidates.

Person specification

Please Refer To Job Description

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Communicating and Influencing
• Delivering at Pace
• Managing a Quality Service
• Seeing the Big Picture
• Working Together
  
  

Alongside your salary of £34,760, HM Prison & Probation Service contributes £10,069 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

• Access to learning and development
• A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance
• A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
• Annual Leave
• Public Holidays
• Season Ticket Advance
  
  

For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page.

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Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Strengths.

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Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Strengths.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).

People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).

People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This Job Is Broadly Open To The Following Groups:

• UK nationals
• nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
  
  

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Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).

This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative.

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Contact point for applicants

Job Contact :

• Name : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team
• Email : [e-mail]
• Telephone : [phone]
  
  

Recruitment team

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Further information

Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. I you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL ([e-mail]) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints

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