Job Location: Free State, Bloemfontein Deadline: May 11, 2025
Generic Requirements
Applicant must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post.
Be in possession of a Senior Certificate (Grade 12).
Be proficient in at least two (2) official languages, of which one (1) must be English.
Must be a South African citizen.
Must have no previous criminal/departmental convictions or criminal or departmental cases pending.
Applicants will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening.
Be in possession of at least a valid light motor vehicle driver’s licence.
Must not have tattoos which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service.
Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage.
Additional Requirements
A three (3) year Diploma/Degree (SAQA accredited on NQF level 6 or higher) in Criminal Justice, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Criminology, Information Technology, Forensic Science or other related field of study.
Experience in the field of the post as well as certified training in the following software will serve as an advantage (Encase, FTK, XWAYS, Cellebrite, MicroSystemation XRY, Exeba and Amped5).
Core Functions
To coordinate, establish and develop court orientated, Specialised Online investigation, Unauthorised Access Investigation and Open Source and Social Media Investigation capacity within the DPCI.
Coordinate and evaluate priority cyber related investigations and National projects.
Provide support with the investigation and gathering of evidence on digital related crime.
Assist in provision of court driven digital investigations, data analysis, preservation to all Units of the DPCI in support of the National Crime Combating Strategy in accordance with specific Digital Crime Legislation, Common and Statutory Law.
Supervise and exercise control over all resources allocated to the immediate post environment in accordance with relevant directives and legislation.