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Leitung des Fachbereichs „Mobilfunkforensik“ im Kommissariat 33 – IT-Forensik – (herausgehobene Sachbearbeitung)

Hochschule der Polizei

Ludwigshafen, Baden-Württemberg

Onsite · Lead/Principal · Full-time

The Role

This position leads the mobile forensics specialism within a criminal police IT forensics unit, managing evidence acquisition orders, securing and analysing digital traces from computers and mobile devices, producing court-admissible documentation, advising investigators and prosecutors, and attending crime scenes as needed.

Skills & Experience

Candidates need a police, public administration or computer science qualification, plus at least three years in criminal investigative casework. Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills are expected, with solid mobile forensics knowledge considered advantageous.

Who It Suits

Suited to experienced police or administrative officers, or technically qualified staff, seeking a specialist leadership role overseeing mobile device forensic examinations within German law enforcement.

Typical advertised salary for Digital Forensics roles in Germany: €51,000–€75,000 (median €51,000 — from 20 recent listings analysed by Forensic Focus).

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Listed: 16 Oct 2026