Trainee/mobile Device Examiner - Halesworth, United Kingdom - Suffolk Constabulary

Suffolk Constabulary

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Halesworth, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Trainee/Mobile Device Examiner x2

Closing Date:
Friday 02 February 2024 at 5pm

Work Type:
Full Time (37 hours) - Permanent

Salary:
£28,302 - £31,755 per annum

Department:
Joint Protective Services

Location:
Halesworth Police Station

Activities and Responsibilities of the Post

Principle Purpose of the role
Applications are invited for the above post within the Joint Digital Forensic Unit at Halesworth.

The successful applicant will be responsible for extracting data from Mobile Devices and associated digital media devices utilising MSAB, Celebrite and Oxygen forensic software, ensuring a fully validated, evidentially sound product is produced for the investigating officer.

This is offered as a development role starting at a Band D and moving to Band E upon successful completion of training and mentoring programme.

Main Activities of the Role

Conduct forensic acquisition of new and redundant devices and, where applicable, secure, disassemble, retrieve and examine data in accordance with ISO 17025, RIPA, CPIA, Forensics 21 and MOPI legislation and ISO 17025 accreditation along with any applicable codes, utilising proprietary or bespoke software
Acquire and interrogate mobile device based hardware/software and digital data to evidential standards
Ensure that the collection and forensic processing of digital evidence/material is undertaken in accordance with the relevant legislation, policy, protocols and codes of practice (eg RIPA, CPIA, Forensics 21, MoPI, and ISO 17025 along with any applicable codes)
Protect and advise on the continuity of evidence from the point of receipt and maintain records and provide statements as required
Under supervision, produce auditable evidence and exhibits in a legally admissible format, which can be evaluated by third parties and attend court to give evidence as required
Maintain up to date technical knowledge and provide specialist advice and guidance to colleagues, partners and other forensic practitioners particularly around emerging digital devices and technologies in support of organisational objectives and compliance with policy
Any other duties commensurate with the role and grade as may reasonably be required by line management

Person Specification
It is essential that applicants meet the following criteria:

Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to communication at all levels and establish good working relationships with colleagues, external partners and other agencies
Proven ability to work accurately, with close attention to detail, to use initiative and to manage a caseload within stated deadlines, prioritising and reviewing progress as necessary
Ability and commitment to successfully undertake an indepth and long term programme of learning and professional development, including independent learning
Ability to demonstrate an investigative mindset
Ability to travel throughout Norfolk & Suffolk

It is desirable that applicants meet the following criteria:

Qualified to degree standard in a Computer Science related discipline or previous experience in digital forensics including the retrieval, analysis and processing of data from mobile devices
Ability to recognise and assemble/connect specialist technical equipment together with a practical knowledge of mobile phone technology, and an understanding of related legislation
Understanding of exhibit handling and continuity of evidence
Experience of ISO Quality Management Standards
Proven experience in working with mobile communication devices and technologies, networks and operating systems including android, IOS and Microsoft
Proven experience of analysing data using forensic software tools including Cellebrite, Axiom, XRY, Oxygen

Hours of work are 37 hours per week Monday to Friday. This post is offered on a permanent basis.

Special conditions / Points to note

The purpose of this job description is to indicate the general level of the duties and responsibility of the role, the duties may from time to time vary without changing the general character of the role or the levels of responsibilities
Whilst the role is normally based at the aforementioned location, you may be required to work at other establishments across both Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies as may be reasonably required. Police Staff Conditions of Service will be adhered to in such instances
All duties must be carried out in accordance with relevant Health and Safety legislation and good practice. A 'No Smoking in the Work Place' policy applies
All duties must be carried out in a manner that supports the Constabulary's commitment to equality and inclusion
Please be aware that this role involves viewing and dealing with distressing material. Procedures are in place to monitor staff's welfare due to the nature of the role, which the post holder will be expected to engage with

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