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South Wales Police brings together thousands of people with the same aim – to keep South Wales safe. We are looking for individuals that are interested in becoming a Digital Forensic Investigator in the Force, based in the outskirts of Cardiff.
We want to be the best at understanding and responding to our community’s needs. To do this we need the very best candidates from a wide range of backgrounds to apply to become part of our policing family.
Becoming part of #TeamSWP will offer you a unique learning experience where you will contribute to real life projects in a complex and diverse environment. We value individuality and encourage new ideas and creativity that will contribute to our success as a force and make a difference to society. We are looking for people with diverse skills and experiences who are innovative, driven, ambitious and above all, talented individuals who aspire to be our leaders of the future and wish to join our successful team.
We are looking for someone to #JoinUs as a Digital Forensics Lab Technician, responsible for undertaking forensic data extractions from digital devices for use in criminal investigations. Could you be who we are looking for?
About the team/Department you will be joining:
- We are a unique and developing team in an exciting area of policing, conducting forensic examinations of digital devices for all types of criminal investigations.
- The Digital Forensics Unit consists of two laboratories based in Cardiff and Bridgend.
About the role and your key responsibilities:
- The technician roles will be based out of our labs in Pontprennau and Bridgend with opportunity to move between locations for development and experience.
- The role will involve using forensic tools and techniques to undertake data extractions from computers, mobile phones, data storage devices and other digital media for our Digital Forensic Investigators to analyse.
- The work undertaken within the Unit is accredited to ISO 17025 / 17020 standards as required by the Forensic Science Regulator for all forensic activities (See FSR Code of Practice, ISO17025:2017, ILAC G19), with work inspected by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS).
What skills and experience do we need you to bring to the role:
- A passion for technology is essential as the role requires attention to detail and resilience when it comes to handling complex equipment and digital devices which may be damaged or encrypted.
- Ability to follow precise instructions and accurately record findings is a key element to the role as required by our UKAS accreditation.
- Knowledge of Digital Forensic tools and methodologies would be advantageous.
There are numerous benefits to working for South Wales Police, from learning and development opportunities to schemes which aim to improve your lifestyle and wellbeing, as well as generous Local Government Pension Scheme / Police Pension Schemes, paid annual leave, flexible working and family friendly policies and many more, click here for more information.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. However, as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates are currently underrepresented within the Force, we would particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse candidates.
To support the ambition of a diverse workforce, South Wales Place is able to offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS). The GIS is available for people living with a disability or identify as ethnically diverse.
The successful Candidate must be willing to undergo vetting to MV/SC Vetting.
Please note, if you are an internal candidate and subject to an ongoing PSD investigation, your appointment or placement in the role may be delayed pending an outcome. Whether the role is held open will be considered on a case-by-case basis
If you are an applicant who is living with a disability or from an ethnically diverse background (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic) and would like to be considered under the GIS, you must meet the essential minimum criteria for the role as outlined in the advert and role profile. You should take time to evidence that you meet each of the essential criteria in your application form and/or personal statement and CV.
If you would like any more information about the role, please contact David Sillars via email (David.Sillars@South-Wales.police.uk).
First time applying for a role with South Wales Police? Be sure to read our application guidance for some hints and tips around the application form and what to expect, click here for more information. Please note the successful candidate must be willing to undergo vetting to the required level.
