Senior Digital Forensic Analyst

Oscar; England; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Oscar in Warwickshire is seeking a Senior Digital Forensic Analyst to join an established team supporting complex investigations for law enforcement, government and the legal sector. The role emphasises ownership of examination work and producing evidential reports.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on computer forensics experience, mobile forensics is a plus, and the ability to manage investigations independently while ensuring quality and timely delivery. ISO 17025 awareness is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering digital forensic investigations within an evidential environment.
• Strong computer forensic experience with tools such as X-Ways, FTK or AXIOM.
• Mobile forensic examination experience advantageous.
• Understanding of ISO 17025, ACPO guidelines and the FSR Code of Practice.
• Experience producing evidential reports and maintaining forensic standards.
• Ability to manage complex casework independently and support junior analysts.
• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification and practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex computer and mobile forensic examinations, ensuring evidential integrity.
• Produce detailed forensic reports suitable for criminal and civil proceedings.
• Deliver bespoke examinations and defence analysis where required.
• Peer review casework and provide technical guidance to junior analysts.
• Manage investigations independently, maintaining quality and turnaround times.
• Support laboratory quality standards, including ISO 17025 compliance, validation and auditing.
• Liaise with clients to establish requirements and deliver appropriate forensic examinations.

Skills

Digital forensics

Case management

Report writing

Independent investigations

ISO 17025

ACPO guidelines

FSR Code of Practice

Education

Degree or equivalent

Tools

X-Ways

FTK

AXIOM

Job description

Senior Digital Forensic Analyst | £38,500 - £48,500 | Warwickshire | On-Site

We're looking for an experienced Senior Digital Forensic Analyst to join an established digital forensics team, supporting complex investigations across law enforcement, government and the legal sector.

This is an opportunity for a skilled forensic professional to take ownership of complex casework, deliver evidential examinations and contribute to the development of junior analysts.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in computer forensics, with mobile forensics experience advantageous, and the confidence to manage investigations independently.

The Role

• Conduct complex computer and mobile forensic examinations, ensuring evidential integrity.
• Produce detailed forensic reports suitable for criminal and civil proceedings.
• Deliver bespoke examinations and defence analysis where required.
• Peer review casework and provide technical guidance to junior analysts.
• Manage investigations independently, maintaining quality and turnaround times.
• Support laboratory quality standards, including ISO 17025 compliance, validation and auditing.
• Liaise with clients to establish requirements and deliver appropriate forensic examinations.

Requirements

• Proven experience delivering digital forensic investigations within an evidential environment.
• Strong computer forensic experience, ideally using tools such as X-Ways, FTK, AXIOM or similar.
• Mobile forensic examination experience advantageous.
• Understanding of ISO 17025, ACPO guidelines and the FSR Code of Practice.
• Experience producing evidential reports and maintaining forensic standards.
• Ability to manage complex casework independently and support junior analysts.
• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification and practical experience.
• Full UK driving licence and a minimum of 5 years' UK residency.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required security vetting.

Package

• Location: Warwickshire – 5 days on-site
• Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
• Progression: Opportunity to develop towards Principal Analyst level

If you're an experienced Digital Forensic Analyst looking to take ownership of more complex investigations and progress within an established forensic environment, we'd be keen to hear from you.