Senior Digital Forensics Specialist
On site
London, United Kingdom
Freelance
12-03-2025
Job Specifications
We are hiring for Senior Digital Forensics Specialist for our client's project based at London, UK
Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance is must have
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as a subject matter expert, offering guidance to DFU colleagues and investigative staff.
Deliver reports and updates to the Head of Unit, outlining findings, developments, and recommendations.
Mentor and develop team members to strengthen the unit's overall capability.
Ensure adherence to ISO 17025 and the FSR Code of Conduct via Quality Assurance checks and by developing the DFU’s Quality Management System.
Develop and implement methodologies, validation plans, training materials, and competency assessments for digital forensic tasks (e.g., mobile phone, computer, and media extractions).
Provide expert support to Digital Forensic Specialists on complex technological and eDiscovery issues, sharing knowledge and resolving challenges collaboratively.
Contribute to strategic planning, review, and coordination of DFU Examiner Training in collaboration with the Head of DFU and Digital Forensic Consultants.
Work closely with the Digital Evidence Quality Manager to develop and maintain the lab's Quality Management System.
Provide witness statements and appear in court to give expert evidence regarding digital forensic work.
Participate in office-wide initiatives, including policy development, training, and strategic projects.
Essential Qualifications:
Extensive experience as a Digital Forensic Investigator/Examiner.
Proven expertise in digital forensic casework and delivering outcomes to clients.
Deep understanding of digital media, operating systems, storage devices, and cloud forensics.
Familiarity with evidence handling procedures and principles.
Thorough knowledge of the Forensic Science Regulator’s standards for digital forensic acquisition, analysis, and interpretation.
Experience implementing new policies and procedures in a digital forensic environment.
Certification (current or prior) or equivalent experience with forensic tools such as EnCase (EnCE), Nuix (NICS), Cellebrite (CCLO or CCPA), XRY, FTK, or similar.
Desirable Qualifications:
Experience working within a law enforcement or criminal justice environment.
Forensic Specialist Role Overview:
We are looking for a skilled Forensic Specialist with extensive experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will excel in computer and phone forensics, casework management, and report generation, with expertise in working within FSR codes and ISO environments.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct forensic analysis of computers and mobile devices.
Manage casework, including the acquisition of devices.
Perform in-depth analysis and produce detailed forensic reports.
Ensure compliance with Quality Management System standards, focusing on FSR codes.
Conduct validation work for software updates.
Assist in revising and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Qualifications
Proven experience working with FSR codes and in ISO environments.
Expertise in the forensic acquisition of computers and phones.
Strong analytical skills, with a track record of producing high-quality forensic reports.
Familiarity with Quality Management Systems and validation processes.
Broad experience in forensic analysis and casework.
About the Company
Welcome to GIOS: Your Partner in Innovation. At GIOS Technology, we are committed to driving innovation and delivering exceptional solutions to clients worldwide. With a global presence spanning multiple countries, we cater to both private and public sector clients, providing comprehensive support and executing projects that meet their diverse needs. Our strength is built on Collaboration, by harnessing our internal expertise and partnering with leading technology vendors such as Elastic, Qlik, AWS, Google, Microsoft, Orac... Know more
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