Digital Forensic Technician

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., 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., 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.

We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you., 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.

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, Following submission of your application you will receive a confirmation email with a copy of your application attached. Occasionally emails from this address can fall into spam/junk folders so please ensure this is checked regularly. You may wish to consider adding noreply@surreysussexpolice.as.recruitmail.com to your address/contact list to ensure you receive all communications.
This post is being advertised in parallel with Force redeployment processes. Any redeployees who are identified will be given preference. This may result in the post being withdrawn at any point during the recruitment process. Please note that not all jobs are available for internal candidates across both Forces, the current agreed recruitment principles are;
• vacancies in collaborated units are available to all officers and staff across both Forces
• vacancies in non-collaborated units are only available to officers and staff within the Force with the vacancy unless it is advertised externally
• if the vacancy is advertised externally and an officer or member of staff from the other Force is successful it will result in a transfer of employment