Digital Forensics Specialist

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Permanent | Full Time

We cannot provide sponsorship for this role. All applicants must be eligible for UK Security Clearance.

Cyber Moves is the embedded talent partner for a well-established digital forensics provider that is entering a major growth phase following the award of new long‑term prosecution and government contracts, we are looking to hire 10+ Digital Forensics Specialists.

These are hands‑on roles within an accredited forensic laboratory
, focused primarily on mobile device forensics
, with supporting computer examination and working on exciting and complex cases. The team is scaling deliberately, with people joining at a point where the capability is already well established and now being expanded, rather than stepping into a static or purely backlog‑driven environment.

The role

You’ll be working directly on live casework, handling multiple devices across concurrent investigations. The work is structured, evidence‑led, and delivered at pace, with a strong emphasis on quality, defensibility, and turnaround.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Forensic acquisition and analysis of mobile devices (iOS and Android)
• Supporting computer and digital media examinations where required
• Managing multiple live cases in parallel within agreed turnaround expectations
• Maintaining evidential integrity and chain of custody throughout
• Producing clear, court‑ready forensic reports
• Working on‑site within a secure, accredited lab environment

The environment

This is a production‑focused forensic setting
. It suits people who enjoy being busy, working to clear processes, and seeing tangible output from their work. While the pace is high, there is genuine flexibility around working hours and a clear framework for progression as the team grows.

What they’re looking for

• Experience in digital forensics within an FSP, police, or government environment
• Experience with tools such as Cellebrite, XRY, Gray Key, Magnet AXIOM or similar is beneficial
• Comfort working across multiple cases simultaneously
• Solid understanding of evidential standards and reporting
• Eligibility for UK security clearance
• Ability to commute daily to the Leicester lab
• Flexible start and finish times within a structured working week
• Clear performance frameworks and transparent progression criteria
• Supportive team environment with experienced forensic practitioners
• Investment in training, tooling, and professional development
• Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, other incentives

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