Digital Forensics Specialist - Staffordshire, United Kingdom - Staffordshire Police

Staffordshire Police
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Description

Location
Staffordshire Police Headquarters


Minimum salary
£34,287


Maximum salary
£39,942


Grade
Grade G


Part/full time
Full Time


Hours per week
37


Type of contract
Permanent


Role profile

Job advert

Digital Forensics Specialist

Grade G

£33,360 - £39,183
Forensic science is used to support the investigation of crime.

It can be used to provide evidence to support or refute an allegation, a version of events and a person's involvement in an offence.

The Digital Forensics Unit (DFU) is committed to providing quality, objective, timely and effective forensic services to inform investigations, in support of our Policing Plan through modern policing, early intervention, supporting victims and witnesses, managing offenders and public confidence.

The Digital Forensic Specialist role is key to delivering the aims of the Force and this opportunity is not to be missed if you have:


  • A genuine passion for technology.
  • Experience of working with data, operating systems and/or digital devices.
  • A need for continuous improvement, enjoying research and development.
  • Desire to help protect the most vulnerable and the wider community, supporting officers and the Criminal Justice System.


As a Digital Forensic Specialist you will have responsibility for the direction, and completion, of digital device examination within the DFU.

You will be reviewing case submissions to understand investigative requirements, defining approach strategies and carrying out examinations to ensure reasonable lines of enquiry are explored successfully.

Such work will be completed in adherence to ISO17025, the Forensic Science Regulator's Codes of Practice and Conduct and Force-specific policies and procedures.

Although there are no direct line management responsibilities for this role, it is expected that direction, coaching and support will be given to the Digital Forensic Investigators and Technicians also working within the team, utilising their skills to support the examination process.

You will be creating reports and statements that feed directly into the Criminal Justice System and will be required to attend Court to present evidence in an expert capacity.


Alongside this you will play a key part in any research and development opportunities, looking to respond proactively to new technology and drive innovation, ensuring that any new methods are devised in line with ISO 17025.


Due to the nature of the role and the casework within the Unit, you will be exposed to indecent images and videos of children, as well as acts of extreme violence.

Robust welfare provision is in place to ensure you are supported in the role.

Further information is available within the role profile provided alongside this advert.


The selection process involves an assessment day comprising of technical assessments and interview.

Benefits of working for Staffordshire Police:
Flexi time - flexible working as part of trust driven policing
Pension Scheme - Employers Pension contribution 15.5%
Annual Leave Entitlement - starting at 28 days plus bank holidays
Sick pay scheme
Fostering friendly policy
Family friendly policies - maternity, paternity, parental leave, adoption
Occupational Health
On site Gyms
Staff associations
Reward and Recognition
Blue light Card - not solely for Staffs police
Lottery
Staff restaurant at HQ
Free parking


Advert Closes Midday Thursday 2nd March 2023


Staffordshire have a strong commitment to equality and diversity in our people, within the organisation and in the services we provide to our communities.


We want to reflect the communities we serve and one way we can try to achieve this is through a 'positive action' approach.

Positive action is activity which helps employers identify and remove barriers and issues to the recruitment, retention and progression of people who identify with underrepresented groups of the Equalities Act 2010 (i.e. LGBT+, ethnicity, disability), whilst still employing people on merit.

Please note that if successful for this role, the following tests and checks will be conducted:

  • Medical assessment
  • References
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