CTU XT1102 Counter Terrorism Digital Forensic Investigator **External**
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Counter Terrorism Digital Forensic Investigator
Counter Terrorism Policing – North East (CTP NE)
Digital Investigations
Leeds
West Yorkshire Police is looking to appoint a Counter Terrorism Digital Forensic Investigator.
We have an exciting opportunity working within the Counter Terrorism Policing Digital Investigations Team. We want someone who enjoys working as part of team, but also has the self-motivation to work independently. You will conduct digital forensic investigations of all digital devices to obtain evidence and intelligence in support of regional, national, and international Counter Terrorism Policing.
The role is generally suited to someone who has previous experience of working within Digital Forensics and/or have a strong background within the Computing Industry.
Is this you?
To be considered for the post, can you answer yes to the following questions?
• Do you possess a detailed knowledge and expertise of common operating systems, file systems and applications?
• Do you have a degree in Computing /Digital Forensics, or equivalent qualifications/ experience within digital forensics, or a strong background in the Computing Industry?
• Do you have a proven aptitude for problem solving in a methodical and logical manner?
• Do you have an ability to work under pressure, make critical decisions and operate to tight schedules and deadlines?
• Are you willing and able to travel for business purposes, regionally, nationally & internationally, possibly for extended periods?
• Are you willing and able to work unsociable hours, provide 24 hour cover if necessary and have the ability to change hours at short notice?
If you have answered yes to the above questions, then this role could be for you.
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate, and based on your own experience. Where plagiarism is identified—such as presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or AI-generated content, as your own—applications may be withdrawn.
The 2024 version of the Competency Values Framework applies to this process. Please disregard the old link to the 2016 version which is contained in the role profile.
Now the official part: please note that the successful candidate will be subject to Enhanced level personal and financial vetting checks prior to appointment. You must be a British citizen and eligible to hold a British passport to work in the CTPNE.
If you are still reading this, then you must be interested. For a full description of the role and the required skills and experience, please view the role profile.
For security reasons you should not discuss your application with anyone other than your immediate family.
The application process will close at 23:55 hours on 25 November 2025.