Job Details
The principal responsibility is to provide efficient and effective technical support to Data Forensics and ensure compliance with Force policies and procedures. In particular to:
• To effectively monitor and manage the receipt and return of Digital Forensic submissions (computers, phones other data/image mediums) maintaining administrative systems to ensure their integrity and continuity of evidence.
• Evaluate and triage submissions against offence, risk, proportionality to the investigation and procurement cost to the Force.
• 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.
Essential experience and specialist skills and knowledge
• Experience of monitoring, maintenance and upgrading of IT equipment and software within a specialist unit, such as the High Tech Crime Unit, with experience of Microsoft Server platforms and Domain working.
• Experience of working with specialised forensic software/hardware and understanding of ACPO guidelines and principles for computer based electronic evidence.
• The ability to work with graphic and traumatic images and information on a regular basis without undue distress.
• Experience of working in an administrative capacity within a technical environment, demonstrating attention to detail, within a highly confidential unit.
• Able to communicate clearly at all levels such as with Police Officers and other professional persons including providing evidential reports for court as required.
• Demonstrable ability to use information methodically to identify and analyse problems and draw logical conclusions.
Umbrella hourly rate – £16.66
