Digital Forensic Unit Investigator

The Role

This position involves extracting and analysing data from electronic devices using forensically sound methods, processing recovered evidence in line with national guidelines, advising investigating officers on digital matters, and supporting victim identification efforts across a wide range of serious and volume crime investigations.

Skills & Experience

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of forensic data retrieval techniques, relevant legislation, and applicable codes of practice. Experience applying forensic quality standards is essential, as is the ability to review and categorise digital material accurately and provide credible technical guidance to non-specialist colleagues.

Who It Suits

This role suits a detail-oriented digital forensics professional who finds purpose in work that has direct public safety outcomes. It is well suited to someone comfortable handling sensitive material, working methodically within strict procedural frameworks, and contributing to high-profile investigations across a broad spectrum of criminality.