Senior Digital Forensics Technician - Digital Evidence Specialist

Nottinghamshire Police; Arnold; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Annual leave starting 24 days

Blue Light Card discounts

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Nottinghamshire Police are recruiting a Senior Digital Evidence Technician within the Digital Forensics Unit. You will recover, process and prepare digital evidence, ensuring material follows procedures and is suitable for investigators, CPS and Courts.

You will also provide technical guidance, help coordinate DFU activity and support evidence quality and auditability within the unit. A degree in Forensic/Digital Forensics or equivalent is required, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in Forensic Science, Digital Forensics or related discipline.
• Experience in accredited forensic/digital computing environments with detailed data handling.
• Willingness to undertake relevant auditor training and industry certifications.

Responsibilities

• Recover, process and prepare digital evidence from a wide range of devices.
• Provide technical support and guidance to colleagues and investigators.
• Support examination strategies, maintain records and contribute to audits.

Skills

Digital evidence analysis

Team mentoring

Audits & quality assurance

Problem solving

Clear communication

Education

Degree in Forensic Science or Digital Forensics

Tools

Digital forensics tools

Evidence management software

Auditing tools

Job description

Nottinghamshire Police are recruiting a Senior Digital Evidence Technician within the Digital Forensics Unit. You will recover, process and prepare digital evidence, ensuring material follows procedures and is suitable for investigators, CPS and Courts.

You will also provide technical guidance, help coordinate DFU activity and support evidence quality and auditability within the unit. A degree in Forensic/Digital Forensics or equivalent is required, with travel as needed.