Digital Media Examiner – Counter Terrorism Policing
West Midlands Police
Birmingham, England
The Role
This position involves the forensic acquisition, examination, and analysis of digital devices to support counter terrorism investigations at regional, national, and international levels. Examiners produce evidence packages, witness statements, and appear in court, while also contributing to quality assurance within an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory environment.
Skills & Experience
Candidates should possess practical digital forensics examination skills and familiarity with specialist forensic tools and software. Experience working within an accredited forensic laboratory, understanding of ISO 17025 and the Forensic Science Regulator’s Code of Practice, and the ability to communicate technical findings clearly to legal and non-technical audiences are all essential.
Who It Suits
This role suits an experienced digital forensics practitioner who thrives in a high-stakes environment and is committed to continuous professional development. It is particularly well suited to someone motivated by national security work, comfortable with an on-call rota, and eager to contribute to investigations with significant public safety implications.
Typical advertised salary for Digital Forensics roles in United Kingdom: £40,000–£53,000 (median £45,000 — from 40 recent listings analysed by Forensic Focus).
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