Principal Digital Forensic Investigator: Mobile Devices (Manchester/Leicester)

Location: Onsite Leicester LE19 1SY or Manchester M24 1SW

At CYFOR, we are at the forefront of providing Digital Forensics, eDiscovery, and Cyber Security services across the nation to law firms, corporate organisations, and law enforcement agencies. We are in search of extraordinary individuals who are not only passionate about technology but also driven by the ambition to make a significant impact in society. Our team members are the cornerstone of our success, embodying innovation and a willingness to think creatively. If you are looking for a dynamic role that promises diversity and fulfilment and are eager to collaborate with like-minded professionals in a supportive and vibrant environment, CYFOR invites you to join us.

The Role

Due to our continued growth, we are looking for a Principal Mobile Device Digital Forensic Investigator. The ideal candidate will have a significant level of mobile device expertise and have at least 7 years experience carrying out digital forensic casework within the Criminal Justice system (Prosecution & Defence) and Corporate investigations arenas and be able to demonstrate time management, leadership, flexibility, commitment and integrity. In return, you’ll receive commensurate with experience, overtime beyond the 37.5 hour working week and excellent career prospects. You’ll enjoy a varied and highly fulfilling role seeing cases through from start to finish and part of the laboratory management structure to mentor more junior members of the team.

Security Clearance

Please note that this role will require NPPV3 clearance in addition to National security clearance to SC level. Applicants MUST have been continuously resident in the United Kingdom for the last 5 years. If you do not hold an active SC clearance, please familiarise yourself with the vetting process before applying.

Main Responsibilities

• Be a specialist in mobile device forensics and act as subject matter expert.
• Conduct research and development in the exploitation of mobile devices.
• Conduct forensically sound acquisitions, analysis and examinations of mobile devices and associated media, either on-site or in the lab, ensuring continuity of all exhibits and maintaining integrity throughout.
• Secure and retrieve data from mobile devices in accordance with ACPO guidelines, utilising proprietary and bespoke software, in order to preserve evidence gathered during the course of investigations.
• Record the details of analysis and investigations undertaken and maintain the confidentiality of this information.
• Liaise with Law enforcement and other bodies or agencies as and when required.
• Ensure the work meets quality standards in providing a service to all clients; report or escalate issues, as appropriate, to the Technical Manager.
• Assist with the maintenance of ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 17025 and FSR Codes including tool and method validation.
• Prepare detailed reports, statements and exhibits to a standard suitable for use in criminal or civil court in support of these investigations.
• Present evidence in court in a clear and comprehensive manner.
• Ensure that appropriate security and access control of forensic tools, systems and evidence is maintained at all times.
• Develop experience and detailed technical knowledge of current technology and the wide variety of tools and techniques used to assist in the acquisition and analysis of evidence and the identification and recovery of data.
• Attend seminars and classes for training in specialised forensic software applications, forensic analysis techniques and other specialised areas.
• Provide leadership in the training and professional development of any investigator or technician, when required to do so.
• Conduct and assist on complex cases beyond the competency of junior investigators.
• Work with the Technical Manager to determine the best forensic analysis strategy required.
• Maintain professional liaison and membership in professional organisations for cross-feed of technical information.
• Travel on business from time to time; a valid passport and a full UK driving licence will be required.

Skills and Experience

• At least 7 years of experience in undertaking digital forensic analysis of mobile devices for the Criminal Justice system and Corporate Investigations.
• Educated to degree level or with equivalent work-related experience.
• Expert level with mainstream forensic software and ideally have undertaken training to expert level in one or all of the following: Magnet Axiom, Magnet Graykey, Magnet Griffeye, Cellebrite UFED, Cellebrite Inseyets and MSAB XRY.
• Conduct mobile device repairs to logic board level.
• Ability to communicate at all levels, adapting the style of communication to meet the needs of the audience.
• Ability to remain calm and controlled and maintain good performance within a mission-critical service area.
• Ability to effectively plan and coordinate projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a multi-discipline team responsible for providing Forensic Services.
• Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to absorb, understand and apply new Forensic Science Regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrate a flexible approach to work and a high level of self-motivation.
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality.
• Possess excellent IT skills and demonstrate competency in a number of systems and applications.

Holiday: 24 days + Birthday + Bank holidays (rising 2 days extra per year of service to a maximum of 30 days + Birthday + Bank holidays)

Salary Sacrifice Group Pension: Employer 3% up to 3 years’ service (matched to years’ service maximum of 10% (example after 5 years’ service 5%)

Private Medical Insurance (including Virtual GP), Life Insurance (Death in service), BUPA Cashplan, Salary Sacrifice EV Car Scheme, Annual Media Subscriptions (from a choice of Netflix HD, Amazon Prime, Spotify, Magazine sub, etc).

Please Note: As an equal opportunities employer, CYFOR welcomes applicants from all sections of the community regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.