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Position Overview

A Digital Forensic Examiner at CYFOR will be primarily responsible for the pre-imaging, imaging and processing of mobile phones and computers whilst conforming to the ISO accreditation standards to which CYFOR are accredited.

Reporting Structure

The role reports directly to their relevant line manager and has no direct reports.

Place of Work

This role may be based either in CYFOR, Benjarron House, Middleton, M24 1SW or 9 Merus Court, Meridian Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1RJ, but may also require occasional travel to other places of work in line with roles and responsibilities.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Performing a combination of, but not necessarily all or limited to, the following duties:

• Receive, inventory and sign for evidence submitted for examination, ensuring continuity of all exhibits, and maintaining integrity throughout;
• To ensure that all property and/or documentary evidence that comes into their possession during the course of an investigation is correctly recorded and stored in accordance with CYFOR procedures;
• Conduct forensic acquisition of computers, mobile devices, and other electronic devices using the appropriate standard operating procedures, methodologies, tools, and techniques, in accordance with ISO17025 and the Forensic Science Regulators Code of Practice. This will take place on-site or in the lab;
• Attend onsite to conduct acquisitions of electronic devices or assist in the seizure and ‘live’ examination of computer/mobile phone and other digital equipment. Identify and secure digital evidence sources to assist with investigations
• To record the details of acquisitions undertaken and maintain the confidentiality of this information;
• Pass on any relevant information and intelligence to appropriate person(s), complying with appropriate legislation.
• Process the recovered data into a form suitable for investigators to examine for evidential content; ensure all data is archived in accordance with SOP’s;
• When completing QA checks or reviews, ensure that information which directly and/ or substantially affects the overall conclusions are thoroughly checked in line with the documented procedures.
• To testify in court, as required, on results of seizure and handling of evidence;
• To ensure the work meets quality standards in providing a service to all clients; to report or escalate issues, as appropriate, to the Technical Manager.
• To ensure that appropriate security and access control of systems and evidence is maintained at all times.
• Identify and mitigate Health and Safety risks associated with electronic devices.
• Maintain tidiness and cleanliness of working areas within the laboratory.
• To ensure the work meets quality standards in providing a service to all clients; to report or escalate issues, as appropriate, to Line Management.
• Configure and maintain computer hardware for use in case work; resolve technical issues involving equipment connectivity and communication;
• To develop experience and detailed technical knowledge of current technology and the wide variety of tools and techniques used to assist in the acquisition of evidence;
• To engage with and support CYFOR’s Quality Team in the maintenance of accreditation and certification of the company to regulatory standards, including activities not limited to auditing & SOP writing.
• Assist with validation and verification tests of forensic software, hardware, and methods;
• Deal with telephone enquiries in relation to appropriate technical and administrative issues.
• Maintain current knowledge within field of expertise, keeping up to date with changes through personal development, training, and other available resources.
• To always dress and act in a professional manner;
• To lead by example, demonstrating professionalism to colleagues commensurate with post;
• To comply with safe working practices;
• To participate and reasonably engage in the Annual Staff review process;
• Any other tasks that may be required from time to time.

Experience, Knowledge and Requirements

The candidate employed as a Digital Forensics Examiner should have the following qualifications or equivalent thereof:

• Educated to undergraduate degree level (2:1 or above);
• Ability to communicate at all levels, adapting the style of communication to meet the needs of the audience;
• Ability to remain calm and controlled and maintain good performance under pressure;
• Ability to effectively plan and coordinate projects;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail;
• Ability to absorb, understand and apply Forensic Science Regulatory requirements;
• Demonstrate a flexible approach to work and a high level of self-motivation;
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality;
• Due to the nature of the work the post holder must be prepared to handle materials that may be offensive and distressing;
• Possess excellent IT skills and demonstrate competency in a number of systems and applications.

The intent of this Job Description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Pay: £28,000.00-£32,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person