Digital Forensic Technician Apprenticeship
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Job Title: Digital Forensic Technician Apprenticeship
Salary: The starting salary is £24,607.
The salary is broken down as £24,607 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £29,624.
Location: Lambeth
Contract: Fixed-term 27 months
This is an exciting opportunity for successful candidates to break into the world of Digital Forensics and join the Metropolitan Police Service as a Digital Forensic Apprentice.
What is Digital Forensics?
Digital Forensics is all about investigating and analysing digital evidence to help solve crimes. We extract and examine data from mobile phones, computers, and other digital devices to find vital information like communications, internet activity, and file sharing which will be used as evidence in criminal investigations.
The digital world keeps evolving, so you will always be learning about new developments in technology, and often experiencing them first hand.
If you're passionate about technology, solving puzzles, and making a difference, digital forensics could be a thrilling career choice for you.
What will you be doing?
Working alongside experienced Digital Forensics practitioners in a professional office environment, you will gain valuable hands-on experience across various areas of the department. This role combines comprehensive training within a real forensics environment, alongside classroom learning with the support of the apprenticeship training provider, working to gain a qualification and develop the necessary skills for a successful career in digital forensics, all while earning a wage.
During the course of your training and studies you will:
- Learn forensic examination principles.
- Learn to carry our forensic extraction and review of data from digital devices, including mobile devices, computers, and storage media.
- Learn to use industry-standard forensic tools and software.
- Learn to work within the bounds of the laws and regulations that govern forensic practices and police investigations.
- Learn to support non-technical staff, including police officers, to operate digital forensic systems.
- Assist with provision of evidence-viewing capabilities for investigating officers.
- Support colleagues with forensic case work
- Be prepared to appear in court as a witness of fact.
You will start work at our central laboratory at Lambeth HQ, but during your course of study you will attend training with the apprenticeship training provider and will have postings to locally delivered forensic investigation teams (LDFITs), digital forensic hubs, and potentially roles within Central Specialist Crime, situated across the MPS estate, to provide a range of training and experience. We will endeavour to place staff at locations which are most accessible to them, in consideration of operational needs.
Who are we looking for?
A highly motivated individual over 18 years of age, with an interest in technology and an inquisitive mind-set, eager to learn, and looking to begin a career in digital forensics.
Who are we?
The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) is one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in the UK, covering 32 boroughs within Greater London (excluding the City of London). Working for the MPS you would have the chance to make a tangible difference in people's lives and help maintain law and order in a dynamic and diverse city.
The Digital Forensic team is one of the largest within UK policing, with a wide range of facilities rarely encountered within other digital forensic environments.
The organisation values ongoing training and development, ensuring that its employees can enhance their skills and knowledge throughout their careers, working to support staff to advance to the range of specialised roles that we have to offer.
We seek to offer flexible working arrangements to assist with maintaining a healthy work-life balance, including mental health support, allocating time for medical appointments, and various leave options to cover a variety of situations when they arise. Digital Forensics currently has a flexible working pattern, allowing staff to adjust their start and end times within core hours, and accrue hours to take additional leave when appropriate.
In addition to this, members of the MPS can enjoy a number of benefits afforded to those that work within the emergency services. This includes access to Blue Light discounts at many retail stores and online vendors.
There is a thriving social community within the MPS, with various sport and hobby groups being open to members, allowing them to connect with others that share their passions.
The MPS is a keen Equal Opportunities employer, and will endeavour to support anyone in their career, regardless of race, sexuality, or disability status.
How to apply
Please click on the below link to view an online candidate information pack that will you give you an insight into the Met, the competency framework we use which shapes our daily work behaviours, the application process, and a host of other information, that will help inform and support your application:
https://sscl-innovation.com/MPScandidatepack/
Click the apply now button below and start your career at the Met. Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement, and online application form. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role. (NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV).
Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 31st December 2023.
Essential For The Role, e.g. qualifications, licenses, languages, training
Essential qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience
You must not be currently undertaking a degree programme, nor have graduated from a degree programme within the last 4 years
- 5 GCSEs including English and Maths at grades 9–5 (A*–C) or equivalent.
- Excellent attention to detail, strong personal management and organisation skills
- Information technology skills
- Knowledge of, and interest in, modern digital technologies and an appreciation of the forensic opportunities and challenges around their examination
- Ability to build effective relationships with customers, colleagues and stakeholders, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Desirable qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience
- Further education between 16-18, or non-academic training in similar or related subjects
- Personal or professional information technology experience
- Awareness of the rules regarding evidence gathering and its presentation at court
- Awareness of relevant legal powers/procedures/acts (CPIA, PACE and Human Rights Act etc.
Additional Information
Application is via a curriculum vitae and personal statement. Your curriculum vitae should include your academic and other achievements such as qualifications and certifications, skills and experience, as well any employment history. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills, experience, hobbies and interests demonstrate your suitability for the role. Ensure you review the MPS Digital Forensics Apprenticeships website, especially the frequently asked questions and role profiles, which may help you write a great personal statement.
The site will also allow questions to be asked about the apprenticeship programme.
Disability Confident Statement
The Met is committed to being an inclusive employer with a diverse and representative workforce at all levels. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from ethnic minority groups and females.
As a Disability Confident employer, the Met has committed to making disability equality part of our everyday practice. We ensure that people with disabilities and those with long term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations. If you consider yourself to have access, workplace or reasonable adjustment requirements that need to be accommodated, we ask that you include this information within your application form. All matters will be treated in strict confidence and will not affect any recruitment decisions.
Read our full disability confidence statement.
This opportunity is closed to applications.