Digital Forensic Analyst

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Candidates must demonstrate the following essential skills and experience:

• A QCF Level 6 (degree) qualification in a relevant field or an equivalent industry certification.
• Comprehensive knowledge of:
  • Hardware and software, including PC architecture, operating systems, connectivity and maintenance.
  • Forensic guidelines, legislation and practices, such as ACPO Principles, Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act, Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act, and Human Rights considerations.
  • Procedures and best practices for digital device examination.
• Strong IT hardware and software awareness, particularly relating to forensic processes.
• Experience working with forensic hardware and software, including advanced analytical tools.
• An understanding of ISO Standards, particularly ISO 17025, and their role in digital forensic investigations.
• Ability to work under scrutiny, maintain confidentiality, and adhere to high professional standards.
• Aptitude for written and verbal communication, ensuring clarity when presenting findings to público investigators, courts, and colleagues.

Physical & Emotional Resilience

• Capacity to work with distressing material, including child sexual abuse content, regularly.
• Commitment to undergoing mandatory occupational health assessments throughout the employment period.

Skills & Attributes

successful candidate will exhibit:

• Attention to detail – Critical for evidence reliability.
• Analytical thinking – Required for data interpretation and forensic examination.
• Sensitivity – For working with distressing content ethically and professionally.
• Compliance awareness – Key for adhering to field regulations and ethical guidelines.
• Training ability – For mentoring teams and conducting briefings.

Expectations of Applicants

• Full CV with evidence demonstrating skills and experience applicable to the role.
• Passable psychometric and competency-based interviews, covering forensic and technical know-how.
• Management Vetting (MV) determination at the minimum level. Vetting may be graded up during employment.

Benefits

South Yorkshire Police offers a supportive and collaborative culture with the following employee perks:

Compensation & Security:

• Competitive salary of £28,914 – £37,020 annually.
• Access to a generous pension scheme.
• Fixed schedule (traditional office-based role for most hours).

Work-Life Balance:

• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Family-friendly policies, including enhanced paid leave for maternity, paternity, and adoption.
• Flexible working arrangements, including flexitime and hybrid options (only applicable to Field/hybrid roles; this role is Fixed).
• Transparent team culture rooted in Fairness, Integrity, and Trust.

Professional Development:

• Focus on skills enhancement through training courses and leadership programmes.
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support.
• Continuous professional growth opportunities aligned with role milestones.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing:

• Blue Light Card for discounted travel, shopping, and transport.
• Cycle-to-work scheme to incentivise sustainable transit.
• Corporate Shop offering discounted goods and services for staff.
• Membership to the Police Sports and Social Club.
• Dedicated policy to sustainability practices and community engagement.

Eligibility & Selection Process

• Minimum History Criteria: 5-year clean background history.
• Candidates must pass:
  • Vetting procedure (Management Vetting Level as a minimum requirement).
  • References, OHU assessments, medical clearance, and sickness absence history checks.

Diversity & Inclusion

• Applications are strongly encouraged from female and minority ethnic candidates to reflect the community served.
• Part-time and job-share arrangements can be accommodated upon request (raised through South Yorkshire Police’s dedicated team): positiveaction@southyorks.pnn.police.uk.

Appearances & Business Standards

• South Yorkshire Police maintains a professional image for officers, staff, and volunteers. Visible tattoos (if present) will be subject to vetting review as part of the selection process.

Additional Information

• Closing Date: 15th July 2026 (does not ordinarily include extensions unless approved by relevant managers).
• Recruitment Vetting: Conducted rigorously for Background Security Checks (BV), Counter Terrorism Checks (CTV), and identity verification.

Supporting Documents

For further details, see:

• Role Profile Document (Pdf for full role requirements).
• Recruitment & Vetting Handbook and Application Guidance for review.

Key Contacts:

• For role-specific inquiries, contact Sam Hale at 0114 292 1705.
• For administrative or general queries, use SYP’s standard contact details: talentrecruitment@southyorks.pnn.police.uk.

Important Notes:

• Reviewed on an ongoing basis if advertising does not receive adequate responses.
• Recommendations apply to selection as part of the rigorous vetting process.