SYP - Digital Forensic Analyst

at  South Yorkshire Police

Location
Churchill Way, Sheffield
Salary
£26,487 - £33,915
Type of Contract
Permanent
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SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• QCF Level 6 (degree) relevant qualification or equivalent industry training
• Excellent understanding of IT hardware /software, including PC architecture, maintenance, operation, connectivity and builds
• Understanding of the processes, procedures and best practice guidance underpinning the
• examination of digital devices
• An awareness of different digital device operating systems
• An awareness of forensic hardware and software
• An awareness of ISO standards and the impact of these on Digital Forensic Investigations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to present findings in a clear concise manner to Officers, Staff and the Courts
• An awareness of relevant digital forensic guidelines and legislation, including ACPO, Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act, Principles of Human Rights, Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act
• Be able to deal with material of a distressing nature and undergo regular compulsory OHU Assessments
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality
  Due to the nature of the work undertaken by DFU, the successful candidate will require physical and emotional resilience to be able to deal with material of a distressing nature including child sexual abuse material on a regular basis. The successful candidate will be required to undergo regular compulsory OHU assessments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Securing and retrieving evidence from a range of digital services including mobile phones and computers
• Assisting officers in the execution of search warrants and providing specialist advice and guidance on the correct methods of seizing and removing digital devices
• Presentations and briefings in support of investigations to officers
• Attending Court to present findings and evidence in a clear and comprehensible manner.