Detective Constable - Cyber Crime Unit (SEROCU)

Department: Cyber

Location: Sussex

Rank/Grade: Detective Constable

Part/Full Time: Full Time - All roles are available for flexible working including job sharing and part-time unless there are legitimate operational / business reasons why this cannot be accommodated.

Are you an experienced investigator looking for your next challenge? The Force Cyber Crime Unit (FCCU) is seeking enthusiastic, curious, and motivated investigators to join our team. We are looking for people who enjoy solving complex problems, pursuing offenders, and delivering outstanding outcomes for victims. Whilst cyber crime is our specialism, you do not need to be a technical expert to apply. We can teach cyber - what we need are great investigators with the right attitude and willingness to learn.

This is an exciting opportunity to investigate serious and complex cyber crime offences whilst working within a supportive, experienced, and collaborative team. If you are an accredited Detective Constable seeking a fresh challenge, we will provide the training, mentoring and development needed to succeed.

About the Role

The FCCU specialises in the investigation of serious and complex cyber crime offences, including computer misuse offences such as network intrusions, hacking, malware and ransomware attacks, denial of service attacks, and cyber-enabled offences including fraud and blackmail. The criminality we investigate is constantly evolving, making this one of the most dynamic and rewarding investigative environments in policing. The role combines traditional detective skills with modern investigative techniques, intelligence development and digital evidence gathering. Working as part of a mixed team of police officers and specialist staff from across the South East Region, you will manage investigations from initial report through to prosecution, ensuring victims remain at the heart of everything we do.

What You'll Be Doing

• Investigate serious and complex cybercrime offences and cyber-enabled criminality.
• Act as Officer in the Case, developing investigative strategies and progressing enquiries through to conclusion.
• Interview victims, witnesses and suspects.
• Obtain and review digital evidence with support from specialist colleagues.
• Plan and execute search warrants and operational activity.
• Prepare case files in accordance with legislation, policy and court deadlines.
• Develop intelligence opportunities and identify organised criminal activity.
• Attend court and provide evidence where required.
• Work closely with regional and national law enforcement partners.

You will also have the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in areas such as digital investigations, cryptocurrency and cyber-enabled offending through a structured and supported training programme.

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for people who:

• Have a genuine passion for investigation and bringing offenders to justice.
• Are motivated, proactive and enjoy problem-solving.
• Provide excellent victim care and support.
• Can manage complex enquiries and competing demands.
• Are keen to learn new skills and develop professionally.
• Work well as part of a collaborative and supportive team.

Cyber experience is not essential. If you have strong investigative skills, curiosity and the desire to learn, we will provide the training and support needed to develop your cybercrime expertise. The FCCU benefits from a network of specialist officers, staff and volunteers who provide technical support and advice. You will never be expected to face technical challenges alone. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop highly sought-after investigative skills within one of policing's fastest-growing crime areas. For experienced detectives, this role provides the opportunity to apply and further develop investigative expertise within an increasingly important and evolving area of crime.

Additional Information

• Monday to Friday shift pattern, with a request for a degree of flexibility to meet operational delivery.
• Hybrid Working in line with our Flexible and Agile Working Team Charter.
• Occasional travel and working away from home may be necessary.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.
• Due to the nature of our work, security is of paramount importance to us and therefore it will be necessary for the successful candidate to obtain and maintain vetting level SCT together with a number of enhanced security checks. In order to achieve this, you must have resided in the UK for the past five years. Exemptions may apply for overseas or other diplomatic service (with HM Government), and studying abroad.

The leadership within CTPSE and SEROCU are actively committed to embedding and sustaining an inclusive culture that recognises and champions the diversity of our people, and promotes equity and equality so that everyone can succeed at work. The region is delivering this commitment through a long term strategy that takes a holistic and intersectional approach to wellbeing & inclusion. Our strategy is underpinned by the five strategic objectives:

• Inclusive Culture - We will create, embed, and continually develop an inclusive culture for our people.
• Engaged & Involved - We will ensure our people are engaged, involved, and listened to.
• Wellbeing - We will prioritise the wellbeing of our people.
• Representation - We will attract, recruit, retain and develop a diverse workforce.
• Inclusive by Design - We will ensure that inclusion is a core principle of our policies, products, and decisions.

We welcome applications from those interested in part time and flexible working, and encourage applications from our underrepresented communities. Our people say that benefits include a good work/life balance, a supportive and welcoming place to work and great opportunities to further develop your own capabilities.