XT728 Counter Terrorism Digital Forensic Investigator **External**
Counter Terrorism Digital Forensic Investigator
Counter Terrorism Policing – North East (CTP NE)
Digital Investigations
Leeds
2 posts
West Yorkshire Police is looking to appoint two Counter Terrorism Digital Forensic Investigators.
We have exciting opportunities working within the Counter Terrorism Policing Digital Investigations Team. We want people who enjoy working as part of team, but also have the self-motivation to work independently. You will conduct digital forensic investigations of all digital devices to obtain evidence and intelligence in support of regional, national, and international Counter Terrorism Policing.
These roles are generally suited to people who have previous experience of working within Digital Forensics and/or have a strong background within the Computing industry.
Is this you?
To be considered for these posts can you answer yes to the following questions?
• Do you possess a detailed knowledge and expertise of common operating systems, file systems and applications?
• Do you have a degree in Computing /Digital Forensics, or equivalent qualifications/experience within digital forensics, or a strong background in the Computing Industry?
• Do you have a proven aptitude for problem solving in a methodical and logical manner?
• Do you have an ability to work under pressure, make critical decisions and operate to tight schedules and deadlines?
• Are you willing and able to travel for business purposes, regionally, nationally & internationally, possibly for extended periods?
• Are you willing and able to work unsociable hours, provide 24 hour cover if necessary and have the ability to change hours at short notice?
If you have answered yes to the above questions, then this role could be for you.
Now the official part: please note that the successful candidate will be subject to Enhanced level personal and financial vetting checks prior to appointment. You must be a British citizen and eligible to hold a British passport to work in the CTPNE.
If you are still reading this, then you must be interested. For a full description of the role and the required skills and experience, please view the role profile.
For security reasons you should not discuss your application with anyone other than your immediate family.
The application process will close at 23:55 hours on 29th June 2022.
The post is suitable for job share.
West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last five years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.
For a detailed description of the Competency and Values levels required please refer to the http://www.college.police.uk/What-we-do/Development/competency-and-values-framework/Documents/Competency-and-Values-Framework-for-Policing_4.11.16.pdf (This link may be copied and pasted into your browser). This document will assist you in completing the Evidence of Achievement section of the application form. Please note: the Evidence of Achievement section will not be visible until the employment section has been completed.
This opportunity is closed to applications.