Data Forensic Technician

Job title:

Data Forensic Technician

Company

Devon & Cornwall Police

Job description

We are welcoming applications for the role of Data Forensic Technician with Dorset Police based at the following location(s): Ferndown Police Station (EH)Salary: Scale E – Starting at £29,109 and rising by annual increments to a maximum of £33,264
Please note that the above salary is based on working 37 hours per week. If this role is part-time or you are appointed on a part-time basis your salary will be prorated to reflect this. Exceptions to starting salary may apply if you are an existing Devon & Cornwall or Dorset Police Staff employee substantively posted to a role at the same Scale.Type of employment: PermanentType of working arrangement: Static-Worker – A Static-Worker has little or no opportunity to work remotely as they need to carry out their work at a specific force premises, this could be for a number of reasons including the location of equipment.Hours per week: this role is 37 hours per week. However, we welcome applications from individuals wishing to work on a part-time basis and we are willing to consider flexible working patterns subject to business need.Allowances: This role attracts no allowances.About the role:PURPOSETo assist in the forensic examination of exhibits and data held within. Log media submitted, create electronic files for floppy and disc images. Examine CD and DVD evidence and make recommendations.To undertake the examination of all removable media received in the unit and to assist with digital evidence recovery of computers in terms of initial acquisition.Manage all material in accordance with the Criminal Procedures and Investigation Act 1996 (CPIA) concerning the destruction and storage of all Regional Force images.To act in the capacity of receptionist for visitors to the unit, including dealing with access control and maintaining the unit’s appointments calendar.To monitor storage levels within the Unit and manage the supply of laptops and equipment etc.Liaise with specialist companies for the acquisition of software and hardware equipment and specialist training providers.MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management of Forensic Submissions, Risk Assessment and Decision Making – On receipt of incoming Forensic submission requests evaluate, triage and gate-keep against offence, risk, proportionality to the investigation.
• Monitor, maintain and upgrade IT equipment and using specialist software, produce a forensically sound ‘image file’ (working copy) of computers, laptops, USB devices, CD’s/DVD’s, Floppy disks.
• Continuity of Evidence – Accurately manage, maintain and record handling and storage of Forensic exhibits/paperwork ensuring the ACPO good practise guide for computer based electronic evidence principles are adhered to. Photographing Exhibits where required Notify officers in respect of exhibits not correctly received.
• Update all work entering or leaving the Department using an appropriate computer system/Force database (Socrates/Niche). Quality control all forensic exhibits (for example, with regards to cross-contamination) ensuring all Forensic paperwork/documentation submitted is complete and accurate.
• Maintain electronic and document records of the technical unit’s equipment issued to divisional staff ensuring the data cleansing process is adhered to using specialist equipment as directed.

The selection process will include a relevant exam paper alongside a formal interview.Want to know more about this role?Further detail regarding this role and the essential requirements can be found within the job description attached below.If you think this may be the role for you and would like further information, please contact:Hiring Line Manager: Gemma Baker – Data Forensic ManagerEmail Address: gemma.baker@dorset.pnn.police.ukTelephone Number: N/AWhat you get if you join us:If you work for us, you will get access to:

• A competitive salary with yearly increments.
• Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties.
• Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one-off payment of £5).
• Company sick pay.
• Competitive local government pension scheme.
• Job related equipment, as required.
• Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties.
• Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme).
• Support networks, free Employees’ Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services.
• Development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need.

• Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need.

Annual Leave Entitlement:25 days a year leave entitlement, with an increase to 30 days after 5 years continuous employment, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time employees).Job DescriptionAdditional InformationPolitical Restrictions: None apply to this role.Recruitment ProcessApplication Stage:To apply for this role, click the ‘apply’ button below, you will then be taken to a registration page. Please complete this registration form to create an account, once created you will be taken to the application.Already have an account? If you have previously created an account, please click ‘login’ at the bottom of the page next to the ‘submit registration’ button. Once logged in, you will be taken to the application.Once registered, you will have to complete an eligibility form to apply. If eligible, you will move to the application form stage where you will evidence your suitability for this post. The closing date for applications is 02/12/2024, 12:00.Selection Stage:The selection for this role will consist of Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment .Applications will be anonymised and then shortlisted by the shortlisting panel. Following the shortlisting you will be notified of the recruitment decision via email along with feedback on your application.If successful, you will then be invited to an interview. This will be based on the essential criteria outlined within the job description. The interview process is due to take place week commencing 16 December 2024.Some roles may also require an assessment and / or fitness test. Further information on this will be provided following the shortlisting process. The assessment and / or fitness test date will be and if applicable, otherwise N/A.Pre-requisites:If you are successful through the selection stage of the recruitment process, we will make a conditional offer of appointment and commence pre-requisite checks. These checks can include:

• Vetting checks,
• Reference checks,
• Medical assessment,
• Qualification review,
• Right to Work checks.

A formal offer of appointment and start date will not be agreed until all checks are satisfactorily completed. If you are successful at the selection stage your conditional offer will outline which of these checks are applicable to you.IMPORTANT INFORMATION:The application system only remains active on a single page for a period of 60 minutes.Please ensure you allow time to complete your application fully as part complete pages do not save.If the role has evidence questions you are required to complete in the application form, you may wish to complete these remotely and then paste your answers into the boxes at time of submission. Please note, each evidence criterion is set to a maximum of 2000 characters.

Expected salary

£29109 per year

Location

South West England

Job date

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 04:06:39 GMT

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