69693 - Digital Media Investigation Unit - Digital Forensics Investigator

£30,938- £32,424
5
12 Months
Yorkshire and the Humber
Doncaster
NTRG HATFIELD WOODHOUSE DONCASTER, DN7 6PQ
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Fixed Term , Loan , Permanent , Secondment
Permanent Posts and Fixed Term, Loan, Secondment (up to 2 Years)
Full Time, Part Time, Part Time/Job Share, Flexible Working, Other
Intelligence, Digital, Investigation

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. To find out more about how we do this visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-justice/about/equality-and-diversity.

The post advertised sits within the Digital Media Investigation Unit (DMIU) and will be based at the Digital Forensics Laboratory in Doncaster.

DMIU is a ‘Centre of Excellence’ for the use and exploitation of digital tactics, and this role is integral in delivering evidential packages to HMPPS colleagues in order to support criminal investigations. This work will be delivered under a wide ranging ‘Digital Media Investigation Capability Improvement Programme’ designed to enhance the agency’s understanding and use of digital forensics, internet investigations and the acquisition of communications data.

There are 5 positions available and this will consist of permanent posts, as well as loan, secondment and fixed term posts (up to 2 years).

For more details on the specifics of this role, please contact our Functional Mailbox - dmiuforensics@justice.gov.uk

Overview of the job    

The post holder(s) will work in the in the Digital Media Investigation Unit, part of the National Intelligence Unit at our Digital Forensics Facility (Doncaster) reporting directly to the Band 6 Digital Forensic Hub Manager

The post holder will be responsible for supporting criminal investigations through Digital Forensic extraction and analysis across HMPPS, in conjunction with key Intelligence teams that include, but are not limited to, Prison Establishments, Counter Terrorism, Counter Corruption, Financial Intelligence, Sensitive Intelligence, Strategic Intelligence or Crime including Organised Crime nationally in HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS).

DFIs will play a critical role in developing the intelligence picture on a range of threats impacting upon HMPPS, enhancing existing intelligence products as well as developing their own analysis.

The post holder will be responsible for providing strategic and tactical intelligence analysis and products which will look across prison and probation contexts at ‘high priority’ offenders, offending groups and operational security vulnerabilities across HMPPS.

They will be working within the DMIU Forensics Facility (Doncaster), which acts as the Centre of Excellence for Digital Forensic Services across HMPPS .Occasional travel is likely and will include prison establishments and specialist intelligence units and hubs, as well as law enforcement partners’ offices.

A background in analytical work (any discipline) would be an advantage but is not essential; training in Digital Forensics will be provided.

Furthermore, this role will require the post holder to partake in specialist training and accreditation which will be provided and would be responsible for supporting the DMIU Forensics Facility in the delivery of digital forensic services. As such, the post holder will have: an active interest in technology and communications as required to support the delivery of the current policy (PSI 30/2011 – to be updated) in line with Forensic practices detailed within the ISO 17025 requirements.

Summary    

This is an exciting opportunity to take up a key role within DMIU, which was created to support the key deliverables of the Directorate of Security (DoS), strengthening control systems and the processes for which the Director of Security is responsible. It was created to bring a range of tactical provision for exploiting illicit digital devices and illicit communications into one place, so that joined up and comprehensive services may be provided to a diverse range of local, regional and national customers dealing with digital threats affecting HMPPS.

It is accepted that the existence of mobile devices in custody can be a facilitating factor in the continuance of crime by offenders involved in Serious Organised Crime, other criminal activity such as corruption and counter terrorism, and can undermine the safety and security of prison regimes, the rehabilitation of offenders and the safety and security of the public. Law Enforcement partners have experienced the
 
    need to ensure all criminally-focused investigations are able to fully exploit available digital sources of intelligence, a capability which DMIU has built in parallel.

The post holder will also require strong communication skills to engage with a wide range of consumers of DMIU Services at all levels within HMPPS, with Law Enforcement partners.

The post has no operational requirement, however, an understanding of prisons, probation and/or Law Enforcement operating environments would be an advantage. The post holder must act with the highest levels of personal and professional integrity and champion these qualities in others. They must be vetted to Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) depending on the role.

Responsibilities, Activities & Duties    

The following responsibilities, activities and duties are expected to be carried out by the post holder:-

•    Extract and analyse seized digital media device content – To extract data from mobile phones, SIM Cards and associated media devices in order to analyse the content of these downloads to provide assessments that support investigations in prisons, and wider law enforcement in line with the latest guidance – providing witness statements for, or attendance at court for criminal cases as required.
•    Support the development of National and Regional Intelligence Products, producing evidence packages to support ad hoc ‘problem profiles’ based on emerging trends.
•    Produce Digital intelligence assessments to support the case management of high
risk or emerging ‘threat group’ individuals.
•    Discuss and develop ‘Digital Strategies’ alongside key stakeholders (RIU, RDMI, Prisons) to assist with  intelligence analysis products.
•    Obtain and evaluate digital evidence for intelligence analysis; apply analytical techniques to interpret extraction reports for intelligence analysis.
•    Disseminate digital intelligence products; and review the effectiveness of the analysis process.
•    Support prison and probation colleagues, as well as Law Enforcement partners, in understanding the Professionalisation of digital intelligence.
•    Ensure high quality forensic practices are maintained (in line with BS ISO 17025), while processing devices including appropriate storage / destruction of devices and data.
•    Ensure that the use of DMIU tactics remain effective and efficient by attending and engaging in tasking meetings regularly, acting as Subject Matter expert on Digital Forensics - providing advice and guidance to other staff where necessary.
•    Assist with cases where HMPPS are supporting a criminal investigation where specialist investigators are involved; covering all crime types affecting prisons and probation. DFIs will discuss these on a case-by-case basis with HMPPS leads, and provide the appropriate support and guidance in helping them to achieve operational objectives where by the use of digital forensics data may be required.
•    Ensure that Continuity of Evidence Procedures are maintained and followed in line with current local and national Policy to ensure adherence to legislation – aiding the possibility of successful prosecutions
•    Support the DMIU management team in maintaining the specialist technology provided.

The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Significant adjustments may require re-examination under the Job Evaluation Scheme and shall be discussed in the first instance with the job holder.
 
An ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English or (where specified in Wales) Welsh.

Behaviours    

•    Seeing the Big Picture
•    Communicating and Influencing
•    Delivering at Pace
•    Working Together
•    Managing a Quality Service

Experience    

The post holder must have a sound understanding of the operational line and the way prisons and probations operate. They should have an advanced understanding of covert tactics, intelligence gathering and development, and investigations (criminally focused).

Thorough knowledge and understanding of:

•    NPCC Forensic Guidelines

•    ISO 17025 accreditation requirements

•    FSR Guidelines

The post holder must have an understanding and familiarity with the principles, legislation, rules, policies and tools of intelligence management.

Have a good understanding and working knowledge of communications devices, social media user preferences and willingness to continually develop as technology advances.

Have or able to obtain security clearance of at least SC level (DV may be required)

Technical Requirements    

Conduct necessary upskilling and training in order to meet the requirements of ICDIP accreditation.

The role requires accreditation as a trained Forensic Technician in relation to the retrieval and analysis of data from digital technology ensuring applicants compliance with policy

Complete necessary certified training in order to conduct device extractions and other advances techniques such as physical repair and specialist interpretation of datasets.

Working Arrangements & Further Information

The MoJ offers Hybrid Working arrangements where business need allows. This is an informal, non-contractual form of flexible working that blends working from your base location, different MoJ sites and / or from home (please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas). Some roles will not be suitable for Hybrid Working. Similarly, Hybrid Working will not suit everyone’s circumstances. Arrangements will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate(s) and subject to regular review.

For nationally advertised roles, the successful candidate(s) will be appointed to a MoJ office location, which may include their nearest Justice Collaboration Centre or Justice Satellite Office. This will be discussed and agreed on the completion of pre-employment checks.

Some of MoJ’s terms and conditions of service are changing as part of Civil Service reform. The changes will apply to staff joining MoJ who are new to the Civil Service. Staff joining MoJ from other civil service employers will transfer onto the new MoJ terms if they are already on 'modernised' terms in their current post or onto 'unmodernised' MoJ terms if they are on 'unmodernised' terms at their current post. Details will be available if an offer is made.

Standard working hours for this post are 37 hours per week excluding breaks which are unpaid.

If you are a current NPS employee, this vacancy may be available on a Loan basis for up to 2 years. Applications are invited from suitable qualified staff.

The Loan/Secondment is subject to the approval of the selected candidate's Business Unit, which should be obtained before confirmation of appointment.

Benefits

Annual Leave

-The holiday year runs from 1 March. If you work a non standard work pattern your leave entitlement may be expressed in either hours or days as appropriate. Leave entitlement is calculated on a pro-rata basis and you will be advised of your actual entitlement on appointment. If you were appointed internally and your leave was previously calculated in days, this will continue to be the case.

Bank, Public and Privilege Holidays

-You are entitled to 9 days (66 hours 36 minutes) in recognition of bank, public and privilege holidays. These hours are added to your annual leave allowance. There is a requirement to work some public and bank holidays subject to your shift pattern and the operational needs of the establishment

Pension

-The Civil Service offers a choice of two pension schemes, giving you the flexibility to choose the pension that suits you best.

Work Life Balance

HM Prison & Probation Service  (HMPPS) is keen to encourage alternative working arrangements. Work life balance provides greater opportunities for staff to work more flexibly wherever managers and establishments can accommodate requests to do so. HMPPS offers flexible working subject to completion of a satisfactory probationary period and NVQ

Season Ticket Advance

-After two months’ service, you’ll be eligible to apply for a season ticket advance to purchase a quarterly or longer-period season ticket for travel between home and your place of work

Childcare Vouchers

For any moves across the Civil Service may have implications on your ability to carry on claiming childcare vouchers

Training

HMPPS is committed to staff development and offers a range of training and development opportunities, including areas such as Equality and Diversity, Dealing with Challenging Behaviour, Suicide Prevention and Anti Bullying Programmes

-There are opportunities to access promotion programmes and HMPPS provides a variety of training appropriate to individual posts

-All staff receive security and diversity training and an individual induction programme into their new roles

Eligibility

-All candidates are subject to security and identity checks prior to taking up post

-All external candidates are subject to 6 months probation. Internal candidates are subject to probation if they have not already served a probationary period within HMPPS

-All staff are required to declare whether they are a member of a group or organisation which the HMPPS considers to be racist

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles. Should you feel that the recruitment process has breached the recruitment principles you are able to raise a formal complaint in the following order

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident employer, MoJ are committed to providing everyone with the opportunity to demonstrate their skills, talent and abilities, by making adjustments throughout all elements of the recruitment process and in the workplace. MoJ are able to offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria, except in a limited number of campaigns.

You will be able to request reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process within the application form. If you need additional help completing the application form, please contact the SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team.

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. To find out more about how we do this visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-justice/about/equality-and-diversity.

Expected February 2023

06/02/2023, 23:55 hours.

If you require any assistance please call 0345 241 5358 (Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm) or e mail Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com. Please quote the job reference - 69693
Security Clearance (SC)

Success Profiles will enable a fairer and more inclusive method of recruitment by enabling us to assess the range of experiences, abilities, strengths, behaviours and technical/professional skills required for different roles. This flexible approach to recruitment focuses more on finding the right candidate for the specific role. To find out more about Success Profiles to support your application please click here for further guidance.

if you feel that your application has not been treated in line with the Civil Service Recruitment Principles, please contact SSCL (Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com) in the first instance

We have provided detail of the assessment stages and areas being assessed to help you prepare for completing your application form, and to advise of what will be assessed following this, if you successfully pass the application stage.


Application form stage assessments

Behaviours
Seeing the Big Picture - 500 word limit
Communicating and Influencing - 500 word limit
Delivering at Pace - 500 word limit
Working Together - 500 word limit
Managing a Quality Service - 500 word limit

Interview stage assessments

There is 1 interview stage for this vacancy.
Behaviours
Seeing the Big Picture
Communicating and Influencing
Delivering at Pace
Working Together
Managing a Quality Service
Strengths may also be assessed at interview but these are not shared in advance.

A Great Place to Work for Veterans

The "Making the Civil Service a Great Place to work for veterans" initiative includes a guaranteed interview scheme to those who meet the minimum criteria to provide eligible former members of the Armed Forces with opportunities to secure rewarding jobs. Allowing veterans to continue to serve their country, and to bring highly skilled individuals with a broad range of experience into the Civil Service in an environment, which recognises and values your previous service in the Armed Forces.
For further details about the initiative and eligibility requirements visit : https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans

Redeployment Interview Scheme

Civil Service departments are expected to explore redeployment opportunities before making an individual redundant. The MoJ are committed, as part of the Redeployment Interview Scheme, to providing opportunities to those who are 'at risk of redundancy'.

MoJ are able to offer an interview to eligible candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria, except in a limited number of campaigns. Candidate's will not be eligible for the Redeployment Interview Scheme if they are applying on promotion.

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

· UK nationals

· nationals of the Republic of Ireland

· nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK

· nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families

· nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)

· individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020

· Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules

This Vacancy is closed to applications.