Senior Digital Forensic Investigator -PC

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Digital Forensic Investigator to join their Birmingham team. In this permanent role, you will analyze digital devices for forensic examination, produce detailed reports, and present findings in court. This position is perfect for a Digital Forensics Specialist with a strong background in PCs and a commitment to maintaining high ethical standards. The company offers a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and excellence, along with competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth. Elevate your career in the fast-paced world of Cyber Security with this exciting opportunity!

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Career growth opportunities

Life insurance

Pension plans

25 days annual leave plus 8 statutory holidays

Options to buy and sell holidays

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent with recognised qualifications in computer science.
• Proven track record in forensic computer investigation and expert witness experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop examination strategies and prepare case summaries.
• Produce reports and deliver expert evidence in court.

Skills

Forensic Computer Investigation

Report Writing

Operating Systems Knowledge

Customer Focus

Project Management

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Recognised Qualifications in Computer Forensics

Tools

Forensic Software Tools

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Senior Digital Forensic Investigator - PC, Birmingham

Client: Resillion

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: b7254fba0dd7

Job Views: 4

Posted: 02.05.2025

Expiry Date: 16.06.2025

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Digital Forensic Investigator - PC

Location: Birmingham City Centre

Must be able to work 5 days a week in Birmingham and be eligible for Security Clearance (SC)

We are HIRING - Permanent professional....!!!

Are you a Digital Forensics Specialist with a background in PCs?

Job Purpose

To undertake operational tasks such as the analysis of a wide range of digital devices supplied for forensic examination. Produce written reports and statements relating to this work for possible presentation in court.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop examination strategies on a case-by-case basis to prepare outline summaries of proposed work programmes to agreed costs.
• PC/ Computer forensic investigators will be trained to work as mobile forensic investigators and in incident response. We welcome applicants from computer or PC forensic backgrounds.
• Organise your own day to day casework activities to ensure that cases are carried out efficiently, to the required standards and cost, in accordance with good work practise and quality systems.
• To work in accordance with best scientific and commercial practice to deliver, often complex, computer devices investigation related projects on time, within budget and to the appropriate quality.
• Produce appropriate reports/ statements and delivery expert evidence on findings.
• Review of colleagues’ reports / statements to ensure quality and maintain standards.
• Handle exhibits in accordance with evidential rules and technological safeguards to ensure the integrity of each case.
• Provide accurate and understandable briefing / customer presentations.
• Liaise with customers to keep them abreast with progression of their cases.
• Review and keep abreast of appropriate improvements in technology.
• Consider areas for improvement in the role or processes that will have a positive impact on quality and effectiveness.

Knowledge, experience, and technical skills

• Educated to degree level or equivalent with recognised qualifications in computer science or computer forensic investigation.
• Proven track record in forensic computer investigation. Demonstrating competence and expertise from initial imaging, processing, analysis, reporting and giving evidence in Crown Court as an Expert.
• Good working knowledge of a wide range of operating systems including Windows, Mac, Linux, experience of working with networks and the various forensic software tools available.
• Experience of working in a forensic environment to the highest ethical standards.
• Good understanding and knowledge of ISO17025 standard.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Excellent knowledge of court procedure and etiquette of an expert witness, disclosure, and continuity.

Person Specification

• Customer focus.
• Able to communicate effectively with the team and other stakeholders.
• Ability to lead own projects outlined by the company requirements.
• Proven ability of delivering results.
• Takes accountability for actions.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritise a challenging workload.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• High level of commercial awareness.
• A degree of flexibility.
• Impartiality.

Security Vetting and Clearance

The jobholder is responsible for obtaining and maintaining the appropriate levels of security clearance and adhering to the organisation’s security vetting policy and process in force at the time.

Additional Information

We foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace, encouraging candidates of all backgrounds to apply, believing diverse perspectives lead to better decision-making and problem-solving.

Company Benefits

• Competitive salary package and bonus structure.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Life insurance, pension plans, 25 days annual leave plus 8 statutory holidays, with options to buy and sell holidays.
• A dynamic work environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Let Resillion be your platform to elevate you to new heights in the fast-paced and innovative world of Cyber Security!