Digital Forensics Technician — Protecting Communities

New Zealand Police; Wellington; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

New Zealand Police in Wellington is seeking skilled Digital Forensics professionals to join our High-Tech Crime Group. You will help investigations by uncovering and analysing digital evidence, translating complex findings into clear insights for frontline teams and specialist units across New Zealand.

This permanent, full-time role offers training, mentorship and a structured career pathway from Technician to Analyst, with opportunities to grow your technical capability and contribute to safer

Qualifications

• IT degree or related work experience in IT.
• Full, clean driver\'s license required.
• Certified Forensic Computer Examiner certification within career structure.
• Must be eligible to obtain SECRET security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support investigations by uncovering and analysing digital evidence.
• Translate technical findings into clear, accessible insights for diverse audiences.
• Participate in training and mentorship programs within the unit.
• Develop capability across all aspects of digital forensics, from acquisition to reporting.

Skills

Driver's license

IT degree

Certified Forensic Computer Examiner

Security clearance eligibility

Education

IT degree

Tools

Certified Forensic Computer Examiner certification

Job description

New Zealand Police in Wellington is seeking skilled Digital Forensics professionals to join our High-Tech Crime Group. You will help investigations by uncovering and analysing digital evidence, translating complex findings into clear insights for frontline teams and specialist units across New Zealand.

This permanent, full-time role offers training, mentorship and a structured career pathway from Technician to Analyst, with opportunities to grow your technical capability and contribute to safer