Senior Digital Forensics Analyst

Job Summary

Completion of cases across multiple clients and forensic disciplines (mobile devices and computers) with varying requirements, including some complex examinations where required. Supporting a wide variety of Laboratory operations through case/project work, training and mentoring, refining technical skills and following company policies and procedures.

• Completion of cases for multiple clients, including complex examinations where professional or expert evidence might be a requirement
• Conduct Defence and bespoke analysis where a high level of knowledge may be required
• Utilising CCL’s case management system without supervision to effectively manage cases, preserve TRTs & maintain a high level of utilisation, productivity and customer service
• Progress to an intermediary level of theoretical & practical knowledge into a relevant specialist area
• Deliver internal & external training where required
• Assisting with client-facing meetings to scope & translate client needs into technical specifications
• Regularly conduct Peer Review of Analyst’s standard & complex casework
• Contributions to CCL’s quality management system – e.g. competency marking, training, validation, auditing
• Assist with continuous improvement within the Laboratory environment
• Off-site & International examinations conducted where necessary

• A sound understanding of current ACPO guidelines, ISO
  17025 and the FSR Code of Practice
• Ability to work with precision, accuracy with high attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and make sound and reasoned judgements
• Sound analytical and interpretation skills
• Excellent knowledge of basic digital forensic techniques
• Excellent working knowledge of primary digital forensic examination utilities/software
• Computer literate

Degree level qualification (2:2 or above) BSc in an IT related field;
Computer Science or Digital Forensics degrees are desirable.

Or HND/HNC & 2 -> 5 years’ experience in digital forensics.

• Positive and motivated attitude
• Confident and effective communicator
• Team player
• Ability to work under pressure
• Conscientious and reliable
• Solution focused
• Excellent social skills
  
  Basic people management attributes

• Excellent level of knowledge of standard operating procedures to pass imaging competency test
• Excellent level of technical knowledge
• Good level of knowledge of CCL’s case management system
• Effective Communication
• Personal Awareness
• Personal Effectiveness
• Problem Solving
• Team Working
• Accuracy of work
• High attention to detail

• Minimum 5 years UK residency
• Full driving license
• Satisfactorily pass pre-hire and annual security clearance procedures in accordance with the ACPO (Association of Chief Police Officers) National Vetting Scheme.

CCL is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.