Hertfordshire Constabulary are currently looking for Digital Forensic Investigators for their Hi Tech Crime Unit at Police Headquarters, Welwyn Garden City.
To apply, please follow this link.
The closing date is 31st October 2014.
Job info:
The Hi Tech Crime Unit is the Force's dedicated team responsible for the identification, forensic extraction and interpretation of intelligence and evidence from computers, mobiles, tablets and other digital devices in accordance with ACPO guidelines.
Working mainly in a busy laboratory at Police HQ in Welwyn Garden City, successful applicants will work with case investigators to identify critical information held on devices, and then use a range of technical skills to extract that data. They will also be expected to attend warrants to provide technical support on-site.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate an excellent in-depth knowledge of the different operating systems available on computers and mobile devices and have a passion for all things technical. They must also have a comprehensive knowledge of the different types of physical hardware and components that make up these devices as well as show an understanding of how the data is stored on them.
The role holders will be expected to give high quality written and oral technical evidence to be presented to officers, CPS and court as well as be able to explain complex, technical concepts in a manner a non-technical layperson could easily understand.
Successful applicants will have either an existing degree level or higher qualification in a relevant discipline such as computer science, or demonstrate a similar level of skills from vocational experience. Training will be provided to achieve the qualifications needed to undertake the duties of this post.
Most significant of all, candidates must be able to demonstrate a very strong aptitude for learning new techniques and complex software quickly and comprehensively, as well as demonstrating an eye for detail and a strong general skillset that would make them an excellent investigator, enabling them to handle a heavy case load and manage multiple priorities.
Applicants should also be aware a large proportion of the work of the unit involves the investigation of paedophilia.
For the purposes of the application you will be expected to provide evidence against the four personal qualities below and the entry requirements.
WHEREVER POSSIBLE MAKE YOUR EVIDENCE FOR THESE "PERSONAL QUALITIES" RELEVANT TO THE JOB YOU ARE APPLYING FOR:
* Service Delivery
* Professionalism
* Decision Making
* Working with Others
There is a word count limit of 500 words per section.
Closing Date: 31 October 2014
↧