Accreditation Officer (Mobile Lab)

Summary:

Contribute to the technical development, maintenance, and improvement of the Mobile Device Laboratory’s Quality Management System ensuring that it satisfies relevant quality standards and the requirements of the Criminal Justice System.

Reporting to:

Mobile Device Laboratory Team Leader – Technical Quality Lead

Location:

Stratford Upon Avon

Department / Division:

Operations

Application Deadline:

Main Job Summary

Working with the Technical Quality Lead, the Accreditation Officer will utilise their forensic knowledge, technical knowledge, and experience to work with analysts and the wider Quality team, to identify improvement opportunities and provide reassurance of the effectiveness and implementation of the system.

Main Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

Assist in the development of standard operating procedures, processes and documentation
Assist with the validation of forensic methods by undertaking testing and producing validation reports
Creation/population/maintenance of ground truth devices and data sets
Assist in the maintenance of the validation library and Quality Management System documentation
Investigative analyst-raised tool performance issues
Assist in the root cause analysis of identified issues

Required Skill Set & Experience:

To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Essential:

Technical awareness of existing mobile device technology (devices, applications, forensic processes)
Excellent attention to detail, planning, organisational and time-management skills
Good analytical and problem-solving skills to identify causes as well as symptoms
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to follow and critically challenge existing processes in a constructive and positive manner
Desire to improve quality standards
Ability to work independently and make sound and reasoned judgements
Ability to use a range of software packages
Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office – Word and Excel
Ability to multitask and work as part of a team
Self-motivated
Flexibility

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Desirable:

Experience working within a digital forensic laboratory
Understanding of mobile device storage structures, security features and anticipated tool performance
Experience of using XRY/XAMN, UFED, UFED Physical Analyzer, Griffeye, X-ways, RabbitHole
Knowledge of the following quality standards: ISO/IEC 17025, ILACG19 and the Forensic Science Regulator’s Code of Practice requirements
Experience of carrying out or assisting with the validation of forensic methods

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Education:

Degree level qualification (2:2 or above) BSc in an IT related field; Computer Science or Digital Forensics degrees are desirable

HND/HNC & 1 -> 3 years’ experience in digital forensics

Core Role Competencies:

Personal Attributes

Positive and motivated attitude
Confident communicator
Team player
Ability to work under pressure
Conscientious and reliable
Solution focused
Excellent social skills

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Competencies (some or all of these MAY be assessed during the process)

Standards and accreditation knowledge
Technical knowledge
Effective Communication
Personal Awareness
Personal Effectiveness
Problem Solving
Team Working
Accuracy of work
High attention to detail

Other Role Requirements:

Minimum 5 years UK residency
Full driving licence
Satisfactorily pass pre-hire and annual security clearance procedures in accordance with the ACPO(Association of Chief Police Officers) National Vetting Scheme.

CCL is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.