Job DescriptionDigital Forensic Investigator
Permanent opportunity
Based in Cheshire
£30,000 - £40,000 per annum DOE
*Please note this role requires you to gain Security Clearance
Job Description
The Digital Forensics Consultant is responsible for collecting, preserving, analysing, and reporting on digital evidence. The role requires a keen attention to detail, strong technical skills, and excellent communication skills. This role will report to a Senior Digital Forensic Consultant and be expected to collaborate directly with others, both internally and externally.
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct forensic acquisition of digital devices, including computers, mobile phones, and storage media.
• Analyse digital evidence to identify, recover, and document relevant information using industry-standard forensic tools (e.g. X-Ways, Axiom, Cellebrite).
• Preserve the integrity of digital evidence by following proper chain-of-custody protocols.
• Prepare detailed forensic reports and be willing to give evidence court when necessary.
• Work closely with legal teams, business stakeholders, and other professionals to support investigations.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in digital forensics.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards for digital evidence handling.
Preferred Experience:
• Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, related field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in digital forensics or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of forensic tools and methodologies.
• Experience with the analysis of various Operating Systems (Windows, macOS, Linux) and Mobile platforms (iOS, Android).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High ethical standards and strong attention to detail.