Digital Media Investigator

Number of vacancies 1 Location Leek Wootton Grade F Salary 31,875 - 33,732 Working pattern Weekdays Type of Contract Permanent Document Attachment Digital Media Investigator.pdf - 345KB Job Advert Digital Media Investigator Leek Wootton, Warwickshire Permanent Full time The closing date for this post is 12 noon on 15th June 2020 Those currently eligible on the redeployment register will be given prior consideration. Interview dates to be confirmed The Digital Media Investigator supports major/serious crime, incidents, operations or any investigation that requires specialist digital investigative assistance. They provide assistance and advice in support of live incidents, investigations, gathering intelligence and conducting proactive/reactive investigations where digital technology and data acquisition opportunities exist. Main Responsibilities: Support the development of a digital strategy in conjunction with Senior Investigating Officers to reach objectives for how digital media can support investigations. Seek specialist support from roles such as Analysts, Communications Data Investigators (SPoC), Digital Forensics, Covert Authority Bureau, Vehicle Examiners, National Crime Agency and other Law Enforcement Agencies to apply appropriate expertise to the advancement of an investigation. Undertake open and closed source investigations in relation to specific subjects, to support incidents, operations and investigations. Undertake proactive research in to the latest hardware and software products available, including applications, assessing how they may support police investigations and making recommendations to improve processes. Support investigations through preparation of relevant disclosure material, in liaison with Crown Prosecutors when necessary. Share best practice both in Force, regionally and nationally to aid collaboration and continuous improvement in policing. To undertake other duties commensurate with the nature, level of responsibility and grading of this post, as required. Experience/Skills: Knowledge: Have knowledge and understanding of the Law and Procedure in connection with the following key business areas: * Digital Forensics (Computers and Mobile Devices) * Network Investigations * Wi-Fi Opportunities * Open Source Investigations * Communications Data Investigations * ANPR * CCTV * Radio Frequency Propagation Surveys (Cellular and Wi-Fi) Key legislative knowledge of: * IPA * PACE * CPIA including PII * Human Rights * Data Protection * RIPA * Police Act Strong understanding of processes including: * Investigation, prosecution and case file preparation * Exhibits management and giving of evidence Experience: Experience working on a Major Investigation Team/Serious and Organised Crime Investigation Team or local Criminal Investigation Team and Major Incident Room. Good knowledge and understanding of Communications Data, Acquisitions, Digital Forensics, investigations and analysis. Key Skills: Able to communicate clearly, adapting language, form and message to ensure understanding. Skilled in using specialist software related to digital media investigations to extract, analyse and report on data. Able to appropriately prioritise and plan own work and use resources effectively and efficiently. Able to identify cause and effect and develop a course of action designed to target root causes Able to identify potential opportunities to enhance efficiency and/or effectiveness within own area of work Good team working skills demonstrating awareness of individual differences and providing support as required Able to proactively develop effective working relationships with colleagues, partners and other stakeholders