Senior Digital Forensic Analyst

Senior Digital Forensic Analyst

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire
Salary: £38,500 – £48,500 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Working arrangements: On-site, with flexible working hours

Red Snapper Recruitment is recruiting for an experienced Senior Digital Forensic Analyst to join a well-established digital forensics organisation based in Stratford-upon-Avon.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional from a law enforcement or private sector background to work on a diverse range of investigations, including complex digital forensic examinations.

The organisation offers a collaborative technical environment, access to specialist expertise and equipment, and clear opportunities for professional development and progression.

The role
As a Senior Digital Forensic Analyst, you will undertake digital forensic examinations across a variety of investigations, ensuring evidence is accurately recovered, analysed and reported in accordance with relevant forensic standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting forensic examinations of mobile devices and/or computers, including complex investigations.
• Recovering, analysing and interpreting digital evidence using industry-standard forensic tools.
• Preparing accurate technical reports and providing professional or expert evidence where required.
• Managing forensic casework independently, ensuring quality standards and deadlines are met.
• Conducting peer reviews and supporting quality assurance processes.
• Providing technical guidance, training and mentoring to colleagues.
• Supporting specialist examinations and contributing to continuous improvements in forensic processes.
• Liaising with clients to understand investigation requirements and provide technical advice.

About you
We are looking for candidates with practical digital forensic experience gained within policing, law enforcement or a commercial forensic environment.

You should have:

• Previous professional experience conducting digital forensic examinations.
• Experience examining mobile devices, computers or both.
• Working knowledge of forensic examination tools such as Cellebrite, XRY, Magnet AXIOM or FTK.
• Understanding of ISO 17025, relevant digital forensic guidelines and the Forensic Science Regulator’s Code of Practice.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate technical reports.
• Experience managing casework independently and making sound technical decisions.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients.

Experience with both mobile and computer forensics would be advantageous, although candidates specialising in either discipline are encouraged to apply.

A relevant degree or equivalent qualification and professional experience in digital forensics will be required.

What’s on offer?
Alongside a competitive salary of £38,500 – £48,500, the organisation offers an extensive benefits package, including:

Work-life balance

• Flexible working hours, allowing flexibility around start and finish times.
• Enhanced annual leave, increasing with service up to 30 days plus bank holidays.
• Annual leave buy and sell scheme.

Financial benefits

• Workplace pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Life assurance.
• Electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes.
• Employee referral programme.
• Perkbox benefits and discounts.

Health and wellbeing

• Private medical insurance, including 24/7 GP access.
• Enhanced employee assistance programme.
• Counselling support.

Additional benefits

• Enhanced family leave and pay.
• Regular company social events and recognition awards.
• Free on-site breakfast and refreshments.
• Opportunities for technical development and career progression.

Additional information

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire.

Applicants must hold a full driving licence, have a minimum of five years’ UK residency and be able to obtain the required security clearances, including NPPV3 and SC.

If this role is not for you but you know someone who would be interested, please refer them. We offer a £75 retail voucher referral bonus for successful introductions (subject to terms).
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Red Snapper Recruitment is part of the Red Snapper Group and is an equal opportunities employer.

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