Digital Media Assessor x 4 - Digital Media Assessment Team (CTPSE)
The Digital Media Assessment Team at CTP South East provide specialist support to regional Counter Terrorism related investigations. As an active part of these investigations our role is primarily to assess, investigate and interpret various forms of data sourced by a range of law enforcement and intelligence agencies. Our expertise lies in our ability to identify breaches in Terrorism Legislation and recognise the various different extremist ideologies held by subjects of interest. Our findings contribute significantly in the investigation of those suspected of involvement in terrorism offences.
Due to an uplift in staff, we have an exciting opportunity for multiple Digital Media Assessors (DMA) to join the team in the coming months. The successful candidate(s) will have the ability to make critical decisions, work under pressure, be proficient in problem-solving, have excellent attention to detail, and be able to work to tight schedules and deadlines. They will view, assess, analyse and interpret data in various forms, writing comprehensive reports of their findings from various digital devices, mobile phones, computers, multimedia and CCTV exhibits. They will then brief the investigation team directly on their findings and advise investigators on behalf of the Digital Media Assessment Team.
Successful candidates should therefore have a good understanding of the types of digital data available on devices such as mobile phones and computers. They will ideally have a working knowledge of common device operating systems, software/applications, social media platforms and basic internet technologies and proven experience in relevant areas e.g. investigative skills, digital media review, analytical skills, interpretation of data, navigation and use of Microsoft products.
Candidates would also benefit in having prior experience/awareness of Forensic assessment software such as Cellebrite Reader and Magnet Axiom’s Portable Case in order to review the Digital Data. They must be able to successfully pass core courses in relation to the understanding and reviewing of Mobile Forensic Data as set by the National Operational Development Unit and the College of Policing.
Please note, due to the kinds of digital data we can come into contact with, successful applicants must also have the necessary physical/emotional resilience to deal with disturbing and offensive images (i.e. extreme violence, obscenity and depravity). They will be required to pass a psychological assessment prior to starting in role and will complete yearly screenings once in role.
Language skills, in particular European, Middle Eastern or Asian based languages, are desirable for this role but not essential.
You will be asked to demonstrate flexibility regarding working hours in line with operational demand and occasionally this may require working away from home. For this reason a full UK Driving Licence is essential to the role. You will be also required to perform on-call arrangements for immediate response as required across the South East region.
Due to the nature of our work, security is of paramount importance to us and therefore it will be necessary to pass and maintain vetting level SC together with a number of enhanced security checks. In order to achieve this, you must be a British National and 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.
You can find more information about security vetting here.
How to Apply
To apply, click on the “Apply” button below and submit your CV and covering letter (no more than 1 A4 page in font size 11), explaining why you are applying for the role and how you meet the essential criteria of the job description. Please submit your application before the closing date of Sunday 16 February 2025 at 23:55hrs.
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 under represented communities.
Our people say that benefits include a good work/life balance, a supportive and welcoming place to work and excellent terms including a generous pension scheme and annual leave entitlement.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact RecruitmentSE@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting the Job Reference number 22135. If you have applied for this role in the last six months, we respectfully ask that you do not reapply at this current time.
IMPORTANT: If you are already a Thames Valley Police (TVP) member of staff and you have been in your post for less than twelve months, your application must be supported by your line manager. We will require written confirmation from your line manager in order to proceed.
Shift allowance, on-call or other job related allowances from your previous role will not be protected unless they are attached to the new role.
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