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Data Forensic Technician
Location: Ferndown BH22 9HQ
Salary: Starting at £29,109 and rising by annual increments to a maximum of £33,264
Type of employment: Permanent
Type of working arrangement: Static-Worker - A Static-Worker has little or no opportunity to work remotely as they need to carry out their work at a specific force premises, this could be for a number of reasons including the location of equipment.
Hours per week: this role is 37 hours per week. However, we welcome applications from individuals wishing to work on a part-time basis and we are willing to consider flexible working patterns subject to business need.
The Role
To assist in the forensic examination of exhibits and data held within. Log media submitted, create electronic files for floppy and disc images. Examine CD and DVD evidence and make recommendations.
To undertake the examination of all removable media received in the unit and to assist with digital evidence recovery of computers in terms of initial acquisition.
Manage all material in accordance with the Criminal Procedures and Investigation Act 1996 (CPIA) concerning the destruction and storage of all Regional Force images.
To act in the capacity of receptionist for visitors to the unit, including dealing with access control and maintaining the unit’s appointments calendar.
To monitor storage levels within the Unit and manage the supply of laptops and equipment etc.
Liaise with specialist companies for the acquisition of software and hardware equipment and specialist training providers.
Main Responsibilities
* Management of Forensic Submissions, Risk Assessment and Decision Making – On receipt of incoming Forensic submission requests evaluate, triage and gate-keep against offence, risk, proportionality to the investigation.
* Monitor, maintain and upgrade IT equipment and using specialist software, produce a forensically sound 'image file' (working copy) of computers, laptops, USB devices, CD's/DVD's, Floppy disks.
* Continuity of Evidence – Accurately manage, maintain and record handling and storage of Forensic exhibits/paperwork ensuring the ACPO good practise guide for computer based electronic evidence principles are adhered to. Photographing Exhibits where required Notify officers in respect of exhibits not correctly received.
* Update all work entering or leaving the Department using an appropriate computer system/Force database (Socrates/Niche). Quality control all forensic exhibits (for example, with regards to cross-contamination) ensuring all Forensic paperwork/documentation submitted is complete and accurate.
* Maintain electronic and document records of the technical unit’s equipment issued to divisional staff ensuring the data cleansing process is adhered to using specialist equipment as directed.
The selection process will include a relevant exam paper alongside a formal interview.
What you get if you join us:
If you work for us, you will get access to:
* A competitive salary with yearly increments.
* Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties.
* Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one-off payment of £5).
* Company sick pay.
* Competitive local government pension scheme.
* Job related equipment, as required.
* Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties.
* Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme).
* Support networks, free Employees' Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services.
* Development and training opportunities.
* Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need.
* Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need.
To Apply
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