XC184 Digital Forensic Investigator (Entry) ** External **

Bradford
£26,865 - £28,725 per Annum
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Digital Forensic Investigator (Entry)
Protective Services Crime
Bradford
One permanent full time post

West Yorkshire Police are looking to appoint a Digital Forensic Investigator (Entry) in the Digital Forensic Unit, which supports the investigation of serious crime. This role is the first rung on the investigation ladder in your digital forensic career. You will be part of the Digital Forensic Unit, providing technical knowledge and investigative skills in all aspects of digital forensics, supporting an investigation.

You will support the investigation of serious crime and report to a Senior Digital Forensic Investigator, you will be involved in all types of investigation. You may be required to attend live crime scenes and Magistrates search warrants to advise investigating officers.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working in a digital forensic unit (or similar experience), come with intermediate knowledge and expertise of common operating systems and applications. You must have an aptitude for problem solving, in a methodical and orderly manner.

You will be required to be educated to level 3 or above in a computer-based discipline or be able to demonstrate previous experience and understanding of working in a digital forensic environment. You should also have a working understanding of the forensic examination of digital devices with experience of working on all crime types.

As a full current UK/European driving licence holder, you must have the willingness and ability to travel for business purposes and to work flexibly to suit the requirements of the department.

This is a very challenging and demanding, but also rewarding role. The successful candidate will be subject to personal and financial vetting checks prior to appointment, and will be required to undergo regular psychological assessments.

This post is suitable for job share. The application process will close at 23:55 hours on the 19th March 2021.

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 on the grounds that it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.

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.

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
No Shift Allowance

This opportunity is closed to applications.