Senior Digital Forensic Officer (Melbourne)

Overview Work Type: Ongoing
- Full-time Salary: $111,347
- $122,934 Grade: FrO4 Occupation: IT and telecommunications Location: Melbourne
- CBD and Inner Metro suburbs Reference: VG/20000664T About the role A subsection of the Victoria Police Cybercrime Squad, the Digital Forensic Unit specialises in forensic examination of computers, phones, and other data storage devices. Digital evidence is a key component of almost every investigation into reliable criminal offending, and the Digital Forensic Unit plays a vital role in extracting, interpreting, and presenting this evidence. FO4 Senior Digital Forensic Officers undertake routine and complex computer and phone examinations, research tasks and mentoring of junior staff, as well as providing expert evidence in Court where required. The Digital Forensic Unit sits within the Victoria Police Crime & Counter Terrorism Investigation Services and provides Victoria Police with a specialist crime investigation capability involving digital evidence. The team maintain up to date expertise in modern trends, technologies, and advances in the digital forensic environment. This role may require some work outside of standard business hours, including some early morning starts, weekend and public holiday work. Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports versatile working arrangements. Your duties will include
- Assisting investigators with the search, seizure, and preservation of digital evidence.
- Extract data from a variety of digital devices, including mobile phones, computers, storage devices, networked equipment, and cloud services.
- Providing clear and concise specialist digital forensic advice to investigators and the Courts.
- Conduct complex analysis and interpretation of digital data for use as evidentiary material.
- Assist in the training and development of junior Digital Forensic Officers.
- Researching and assisting in the development of phone and computer forensic investigation tools and methodologies.
- Managing evidence items in accordance with Cybercrime Squad and Victoria Police policies.
- Providing digital forensic expertise at search warrant execution sites and crime scenes. About You
- Comprehensive technical experience and knowledge of computing technology, with experience in computer and phone forensics.
- Relevant tertiary studies or relevant industry certifications are highly desirable.
- An interest in working in law enforcement and a passion for digital forensics.
- Well-developed conceptual and analytical skills as well as strong written and oral communication skills.
- Experience providing clear and accurate advice to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Highly developed attention to detail.
- A willingness to participate in office well-being sessions due to the crime theme and child abuse material you will be exposed to. Further Information
- One (1) x full-time, ongoing position available.
- This position is located at Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street, Docklands.
- The successful applicant will be required to attend search warrant execution sites throughout Victoria or work at different locations to assist in policing operations. Warrant executions can occur outside normal business hours, depending on operational needs.
- The successful applicant will be required to undergo National Security Vetting, achieve and maintain a security classification as determined by the Department Head. To achieve this, applicants must be an Australian Citizen.
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
- We expect our people to foster a secure and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflects, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rv5ku