The Role & Key Responsibilities
Surrey Police Forensic Investigations Department are seeking to recruit Digital Forensic Technicians into our fast-paced Digital Forensics Team.
Based at Surrey Police Headquarters, Guildford.
Hours of work will consist of 08:00 - 16:00 Monday to Friday.
The role will support frontline policing investigations through the examination of mobile devices. Provide tactical and technical support and advice in relation to digital examinations and reviewing of data.
Key Responsibilities:
You will carry out the logical, physical and manual examinations of mobile devices to support policing investigations in line with service level agreements.
Through engagement with investigating officers, you will provide tactical advice to ensure examinations are targeted and proportionate in support of the investigative strategy.
You will extract, manage, file and store data in the appropriate storage medium, providing a product to support investigations.
You will be responsible for providing technical support to investigating officers viewing evidential data and assist in the overview of evidence available.
You will need to ensure the correct handling of exhibits, maintain continuity and integrity and to ensure all movements and examinations are fully recorded on the case management system.
You will be required to work to standard operating procedures in line with ISO 17025 standards of accreditation.
You will have responsibility for providing tactical and technical support to users of self-service kiosks/forensic workstations, ensuring all enquiries are dealt with effectively and promptly. Completion of audits and maintenance of hardware and software equipment.
Skills & Experience
Good standard of secondary education (GCSE’s A-C grade/or equivalent) including Maths and English or equivalent by recent, relevant experience.
Proven IT skills with experience of using a wide variety of computer software applications.
Self-motivated and proven experience of working to deadlines with minimal supervision.
Ability to manage high workloads and adapt to changing demands and competing priorities.
Good interpersonal skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively with customers, challenging appropriately where required.
Strong attention to detail. Proven problem-solving skills including analysis and interpretation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including report writing.
Ability to learn to use specific digital forensic software applications with an aptitude for continuous learning and professional development.
Awareness of exhibit handling and procedures including continuity and integrity.
Capable of absolute discretion when dealing with casework of a highly sensitive and confidential nature.
Why Work With Us?
We take pride in looking after our people and offer a variety of benefits;
career progression
contributory pension scheme (LGPS)
generous annual leave allowance
discounts for everyday spend
on-site gyms and a range of sports clubs
generous and supportive parental leave
financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support
discounted contributory healthcare scheme
Further Information
The nature of this role may potentially expose the post holder to extremely distressing material and images. The post holder will therefore be required to undergo a psychological wellbeing check. This not only forms a baseline for further checks but also ensures people are fit to undertake the role at the outset.
The post holder will also be required to:
To undergo security vetting to the appropriate level.
To successfully complete all relevant / mandatory training courses, and abide with any relevant learning and development agreements specific to relevant courses.
To attend and participate in regular psychological wellbeing checks with occupational health at least every six months.
A full Job Description is attached to this application for you to view with a more in-depth layout of responsibilities involved.
IMPORTANT:
Please carefully read this advert and the application form requirements, as we get an increasing number of applications that do not meet the minimum threshold required in the "free text" box, so please note that if you do not write enough your application will be automatically rejected and will not be viewed as per our minimum requirements.
For further information regarding the role please contact:
Adel Tchavdarova - Digital Forensics Team Leader
01483 631366
Adel.Tchavdarova@surrey.police.uk