Digital Forensics Laboratory Team Leader

The Role

This position leads a team of digital forensics analysts within a laboratory environment, overseeing daily caseload assignment, quality sampling, and project delivery. The team leader conducts forensic examinations, liaises with case management teams, maintains ISO compliance, and acts as the primary point of contact for analyst support and performance.

Skills & Experience

Candidates should demonstrate hands-on digital forensics examination experience alongside proven people management capability. Familiarity with ISO quality standards and case management workflows is important. Experience conducting one-to-one reviews, delivering competency training, and managing customer-facing forensic projects in a regulated laboratory setting is expected.

Who It Suits

This role suits an experienced digital forensics practitioner ready to step into a leadership position, combining technical expertise with strong organisational and coaching skills. Those who thrive on motivating teams, maintaining high-quality standards under deadline pressure, and acting as a bridge between analysts and operational management will find it rewarding.