Senior digital forensics specialist (sc cleared)

Senior Digital Forensics Specialist (SC Cleared)

6 months

On-site 5 days per week in London

£550 per day (Inside IR35)

My client, a government body are looking for an SC Cleared Senior Digital Forensics Specialist to join their fast-paced team on an initial 6 month contract.

*Please note- The selected candidate must have ACTIVE SC Clearance to be considered for this position*

The Digital Forensic Unit (DFU) is responsible for processing and analysing digital evidence. This includes triaging items during searches, performing forensic extractions, and processing these items into a format that Case Teams can access through the eDiscovery System. The DFU works closely with Case Teams to ensure timely and appropriate delivery of required materials.

We are seeking a Senior Digital Forensic Specialist to support the DFU by enhancing lab capabilities, ensuring compliance with Forensic Science Regulator (FSR) standards, and undertaking complex processing, analysis, and interpretation of digital evidence.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance to DFU colleagues and investigative staff.
2. Create and provide reports and updates to the Head of Unit, presenting findings, developments, and recommendations.
3. Ensure adherence to ISO 17025 and FSR Code of Conduct through regular Quality Assurance checks and by developing the DFU Quality Management System.
4. Develop and implemen...