Regional Data Forensics Manager

Location: Police Headquarters, Exeter 

Salary: Grade 10 - Starts at £54,879 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £59,697 per annum

Type of working arrangement: Hybrid Worker - Hybrid working is a form of flexible working where workers spend some of their time working remotely (usually, but not necessarily, from home) and some in the employer's workspace.

Hours per week: This role is 37 hours per week. However we welcome applications from individuals wishing to work on a part-time basis and are willing to consider flexible working patterns subject to business need.

About The Role

The principal responsibility is to manage the Data Forensic Team in the examination of electronic devices, including computers and mobile devices, in all levels of crime investigation across the South West Forces. In particular to:

• Responsibility for the management of technical investigations involving the securing and retrieval of data from seized computers and mobile devices, including configuration of operating systems and applications.
• To attend searches where necessary, producing technical documentation in relation to data retrieved from digital devices and media.
• Assist in level 2 criminal investigations as directed by Force/Regional tasking to allow Force targets to be achieved efficiently and effectively. Liaise with other law enforcement agencies and co-ordinate other investigative efforts.
• Act as a Digital Forensic coordinator of staff and resources for investigations that require a multi discipline technical response across a single, or multiple, South West Force(s).
• Manage unit performance, which should directly link to Force performance framework and quality management systems.

In addition there are some functions that are intrinsic to the role.  An employer’s duty of care and current legislation allows the Force to establish if a potential applicant could carry them out, either with or without reasonable adjustments.  These functions are:

Manual Handling, Lone working, Working at night, Working with Chemicals/Biological Hazards, Working with Equipment / Machinery with Potential to Cause Harm, Working with Disturbing Evidence/Observation of Disturbing Circumstances.

To assist in ensuring applicants would be able to undertake these functions of the role, it will be necessary for the enhanced medical questionnaire provided with the application material to be completed.  A medical assessment of the information provided in that questionnaire will be undertaken and may subsequently require a consultation with the Occupational Health Support Unit.

The post holder may be required undertake other duties which are not necessarily specified on the role profile, but which are commensurate with the role.

The interview will be structured and consist of a presentation, written test and interview questions.

What you get if you join us

• A competitive salary with yearly increments.
• 25 days a year leave entitlement, with an increase to 30 days after 5 years continuous employment, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time workers).
• Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties.
• Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one off payment of £5).
• Company sick pay.
• Competitive local government pension scheme.
• Job related equipment, as required.
• Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties.
• Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme).
• Support networks, free Employees Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services.
• Development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need.
• Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need.
• Hybrid working, with the ability to work remotely at times throughout the working week (once signed off the training plan).

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Police, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://dcpanddp-jobs.tal.net/vx/appcentre-External/brand-0/spa-1/candidate/so/pm/6/pl/1/opp/6358-Regional-Data-Forensics-Manager/en-GB

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