About Us  Eurofins Scientific is a leading international group of laboratories with over EUR 3.5 billion annual sales and nearly 40,000 employees with a network of 400 laboratories in over 40 countries.  Eurofins has a network of over 30sites in the UK and the Group provides an unparalleled range of over 100,000 reliable and validated analytical methods and support services to the pharmaceutical, food, environmental and consumer product industries, and to governments. Eurofins Scientific acquired the forensic arm of LGC Group in October 2017 and Eurofins Forensic Services (EFS) was created as a discrete business within the Eurofins group. EFS employees nearly 700 staff across 7 sites in the UK and is the market leader for the provision of forensic services to the Police forces of England and Wales, as well as other commercial organisations and public sector bodies and is the largest private forensic service provider in Europe. All of our forensic analytical services are accredited to the ISO17025 international quality standard and are subject to regular review and scrutiny by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS).   The Role To provide forensic examination and data acquisition of digital telecoms and computer based electronic storage devices to as prescribed in the Investigator’s case strategy, and to recognised national standards in accordance with ACPO guidelines. Equipment includes but not limited to, mobile telephones, computers, and components i.e. SIM cards and memory cards.   Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities To undertake computer and / or mobile phone examinations by the recovery and retrieval of extant, deleted and encrypted data as per Investigator instructions. Delivery of work on time and according to Investigator instructions. Follow digital strategies and carry out first stage analysis on behalf of Senior Investigators. General maintenance of equipment used. Required to test and validate tools used during acquisition process. To produce accurate intelligence/findings reports. Adhere to all quality systems appropriate to the DIU   Required Knowledge, Experience and Technical Skills Educated to degree level or equivalent with recognised qualifications in computer science or computer forensic investigation. Proven track record in forensic computer investigation. Demonstrating competence and expertise from initial imaging, analysis and / or mobile phone extraction. Good working knowledge of a wide range of operating systems including Microsoft, Mac, Linux, experience of working with networks and also the various forensic software tools available Experience of working in a forensic environment to the highest ethical standards Good understanding of the UK legislation Excellent report writing skills Excellent knowledge of court procedure and etiquette of an expert witness, disclosure and continuity   Behaviours Customer focus Able to Communicate effectively with the team and other stakeholders Proven ability of delivering results Takes accountability for actions Excellent organisational skills Ability to manage and prioritise a challenging workload Excellent attention to detail High level of commercial awareness A degree of flexibility   Due to the highly sensitive nature of the work, applicants should note that security clearance is required for this role. To gain security clearance you must have three years continuous residency in the UK. Criminal convictions may prevent you from gaining security clearance.  This role may in addition require random alcohol/drug screening.   To apply, please forward your CV to ceriwalsh@eurofins.co.uk  

Salary: £32,630 - £36,759 Location: Canary Wharf, London Hours: Full time / Flexible Working Contract: Permanent   Are you interested in developing and furthering a career within the field of digital forensics? If so, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) presents an exciting opportunity to work across varied and complex investigations of national importance.   The CMA is the UK’s world-leading government body established to make sure competition works in consumers’ favour and businesses treat their customers fairly. Be it taking enforcement action against drug firms accused of over-charging the NHS, investigating online ticket resale platforms over concerns they don’t give customers all the information they should or carrying out a major study into the care homes industry, what we do really matters and makes a difference to people’s lives. The opportunity We are looking for a Digital Forensics Officer to join our Enforcement Directorate to deliver a proactive and comprehensive investigative service. Reporting to a Senior Digital Forensics Officer, you will undertake a variety of digital forensics and eDiscovery tasks to support the aim of the CMA in the collection, processing and analysis of electronic evidence. This will include forensically analysing data collected from seized media (computers, laptops, mobiles, portable media etc.) and from internet and cloud based sources, in order to develop and present high quality and robust investigation reports.   About you To be successful for interview you must be able to provide evidence and examples of the following essential criteria within your online application: Experience of carrying out research and analyses to support cases. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with experience of dealing with internal and external stakeholders to provide a high-quality service. Computer literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications such as Word for report writing, Outlook for email communications, Excel for data management, PowerPoint for presentations and SharePoint for work collaboration. Knowledge of Android, Apple and Windows operating systems and how to extract data from them in a forensically sound manner. Understanding the Forensic Science Regulator's requirements as they relate to Digital Forensics; and experience in technical tool/method validation or technical quality assurance. In return, the CMA offers you a rewarding, stimulating and inclusive place to work.   We champion a culture that respects your work-life balance, provide training tailored to maximise your potential, and offer genuine opportunities for career progression.   To find out more about this opportunity and about working for the CMA, please click on the APPLY button. Closing date for applications: 11:55pm on Monday, 2 March 2020. The CMA is an accredited Disability Confident Employer and are Stonewall Diversity Champions. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds and recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles.

Salary: £41,057 - £45,029 Location: Canary Wharf, London Hours: Full time / Flexible working Contract: Permanent The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) presents an influential opportunity for a skilled Digital Forensic professional to work across varied and complex investigations of national importance. The CMA is the UK’s world-leading government body established to make sure competition works in consumers’ favour, and businesses treat their customers fairly. Be it taking enforcement action against drug firms accused of over-charging the NHS, investigating online ticket resale platforms over concerns they don’t give customers all the information they should, or carrying out a major study into the care homes industry, what we do really matters and makes a difference to people’s lives. The opportunity We are looking for a Senior Digital Forensics Officers to bring their expertise to the investigation, collation, processing and analysis of digital material to support the work carried out by the CMA.   The role requires you to deliver a comprehensive, professional and proactive investigative service where you will undertake a variety of digital forensics and eDiscovery tasks in the collection and analysis of electronic evidence. This is also a leadership position, where you will be responsible for managing, coaching and guiding less experienced Digital Forensics Officers, overseeing the day-to-day delivery of their work and contributions to the wider team.  About you To be successful for interview you must be able to provide evidence and examples of the following essential criteria within your online application: Experience of using knowledge and evidence to make effective decisions within the Digital Forensic strand of large investigations; specifically, in collecting electronically stored information and facilitating evidential review. Demonstrable competence in the use of Digital Forensic acquisition, analysis and review tools, in particular; Cellebrite, FTK Imager, MacQuisition, X-Ways and Nuix to produce quality evidence in a timely and efficient manner. Experience of working within, or on behalf of, a law enforcement or regulatory agency Digital Forensic team; specifically acting as the digital forensics lead in a dawn raid or similar site inspection. An excellent understanding of the FSR requirements for Digital Forensics; specifically, how they relate to the production of quality evidential products and services within the ISO 17025:2017 framework. Experience of line and/or work management responsibilities within a team delivering digital forensic casework. In return, the CMA offers you a rewarding, stimulating and inclusive place to work.   We champion a culture that respects your work-life balance, provide training tailored to maximise your potential, and offer genuine opportunities for career progression. To find out more about this opportunity and about working for the CMA, please click on the APPLY button. Closing date: 11:55pm on Monday, 2 March 2020   The CMA is an accredited Disability Confident Employer and are Stonewall Diversity Champions. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds and recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles.

A  Digital Forensic Unit (DFU) Investigator  is required on a  Permanent contract paying £30,478.84 per annum plus £2,634.25  London Allowance and £3,957.00  Market Supplement with British Transport Police (BTP) based in  Central London (SW1W) . BTP is the national police Force for Britain’s rail network. Every day we ensure the safety and security of over six million passengers and railway staff throughout England, Scotland and Wales. As an  Investigator in the Digital Forensic Unit, your responsibilities will be to provide effective forensic expertise that is professional, readily accessible, and cost effective in order to support the investigative process from initial case acceptance to conclusion. As an Investigator you will be required to: Conduct digital forensic examinations within the confines of ISO 17025 and the Forensic Science Regulator's Codes of Practice (or equivalent), ensuring continuing compliance and competence. Contribution towards the continuous improvement of standards within the department under ISO 17025. Conduct laboratory based examinations of items/exhibits to support investigations. Ensure integrity and continuity of items by correct handling, storage, documentation. Be competent and utilise a range of hardware and software to conduct investigations and subsequently produce evidential reports from seized digital evidence. Evaluate and interpret the results of investigations and give evidence that is unbiased, accurate and based on established principles. Provide evidential statements and attend court to present evidence of work undertaken. Provide specialist advice and knowledge to colleagues, partners and other individuals and agencies to support the achievement of organisational objectives (at scene or in a laboratory).   The successful  Investigator will be required to evidence the following skills/experience: Educated to degree level in Computer Forensics or equivalent experience Qualification or significant experience in the use of at least one form of mobile phone forensic software (Cellebrite/XRY) Qualification or significant experience in the use of at least one form of computer forensic software (XWays/Blackbag/AXIOM) Technically proficient background in digital forensics including (but not limited) to areas such as PC architecture (hardware/networking) and operating systems (Windows, OSX and Linux) If you are interested in applying to this role then please do not delay as interviews will be held as soon as appropriate candidates are highlighted. In return for your experience, we can offer you: Starting annual salary of £30,478.84 per annum plus £2,634.25 London Allowance and £3,957.00  Market Supplement  Yearly incremental pay progression up to £36,315.20 per annum. 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Various salary sacrifice schemes and retail discounts. We want our organisation to be as diverse as the community it serves and welcome applications from everyone. You must have both the permanent right to live and work in the UK and have been permanently resident in the UK for at least the previous three years. Any cautions or convictions including those deemed ‘spent’ must be declared at the point of application but will not necessarily exclude you from employment. We kindly ask agencies not to send CVs. If CVs are received BTP reserve the right to engage with the candidate directly and without a fee being paid under any circumstances.

Division   The Eurofins Forensic Digital Team provides a service in the forensic examination and analysis of computer and mobile exhibits to a number of Police Forces and other Government  agencies in England and Wales.   The Role To undertake operational tasks such as the analysis of a wide range of computer systems supplied for forensic examination. Produce written reports and statements relating to this work for possible presentation in court   Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Provide written estimates to both the prosecution and defence for the forensic examination of digital equipment. Develop examination strategies on a case-by-case basis in order to prepare outline summaries of proposed work programmes to agreed costs Organise your own day to day casework activities in order to ensure that cases are carried out efficiently, to the required standards and cost, in accordance with good work practise and quality systems. To work in accordance with best scientific and commercial practice to deliver, often complex, computer investigation related projects on time, within budget and to the appropriate quality Attend customer premises to advise and assist in seizure of equipment and on site acquisitions Oversee Research and Development work completed by other members of the team Produce appropriate reports and delivery expert evidence on findings Review of colleagues reports / statements to ensure quality and maintain standards Handle exhibits in accordance with evidential rules and technological safeguards to ensure the integrity of each case Buddy or mentor junior members of staff Provide accurate and understandable briefing / customer presentations Liaise with customers in order to keep them abreast with progression of their cases Review and keep abreast of appropriate improvements in technology. Consider areas for improvement in the role or processes that will have a positive impact on quality and effectiveness   Required Knowledge, Experience and Technical Skills Experienced Computer Investigator Educated to degree level or equivalent with recognised qualifications in computer science or computer forensic investigation. Proven track record in forensic computer investigation. Demonstrating competence and expertise from initial imaging, analysis and giving evidence in Crown Court as an Expert. Good working knowledge of a wide range of operating systems including Microsoft, Mac, Linux, experience of working with networks and also the various forensic software tools available Experience of working in a forensic environment to the highest ethical standards Good understanding of the UK legislation Excellent report writing skills Excellent knowledge of court procedure and etiquette of an expert witness, disclosure and continuity Behaviours Customer focus Able to Communicate effectively with the team and other stakeholders Proven ability of delivering results Takes accountability for actions Excellent organisational skills Ability to manage and prioritise a challenging workload Excellent attention to detail High level of commercial awareness A degree of flexibility  Due to the highly sensitive nature of the work, applicants should note that security clearance is required for this role. To gain security clearance you must have three years continuous residency in the UK. Criminal convictions may prevent you from gaining security clearance.  This role may in addition require random alcohol/drug screening.   To apply, please forward your CV to CeriWalsh@eurofins.co.uk

CYFOR is a leading nationwide provider of Digital Forensics, eDiscovery and Cyber services to Law firms, Corporate organisations and Law enforcement. The Role A fantastic opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to become the Head of Technical Operations at CYFOR As part of the Senior Management team, you will be responsible for Technical delivery and lead a highly capable and established technical team, driving continuous improvement and ensuring deadlines are achieved and client expectations met. Key to our success has been our truly exceptional technical team. As an inspirational leader, you will be responsible for coaching and mentoring these great individuals to further greatness. As well as maintaining and enhancing Quality you will lead a number of projects to achieve ISO accreditation and improve processes, policies, procedures & information systems, to create a bedrock upon which to build stable but significant growth. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years’ experience in a Digital Forensic Environment within the Criminal or Corporate arenas, with at least 2 years in a management position. Experience of assisting in the implementation and maintenance of ISO 17025 would be desirable. In return, you’ll receive a salary commensurate with experience, training, overtime and excellent career prospects. You’ll enjoy a varied and highly fulfilling role, working with great colleagues in a fantastic atmosphere. This is a unique opportunity to join a highly successful business.   Main Responsibilities Responsible for maintaining and developing a functional and secure operations centre (includes Criminal Forensics, eDiscovery, Corporate, Cyber, IT Support) by equipping facilities and developing procedures & policies relevant to each different type of investigation; Overall responsibility for technical delivery, including quality of output, manging case workloads, ensuring deadlines are achieved and client expectations met; Lead, assist and develop members of staff with their personal and professional development through 1-1’s, appraisals and training; Responsible for Technical HR which includes recruitment, onboarding and development of all Technical staff as well as approving holidays and TOIL; Be proactive on continuous improvement by leading projects and driving improvements in technical policies, processes and procedures that improve efficiency & effectiveness; Positively contribute to SMT meetings with Cyber, eDiscovery, Criminal, Corporate and IT support dept reports and insight along with Infrastructure, Quality and ISO reports; Develop, monitor and maintain departmental KPI’s and ensure these are consistently achieved; Develop strategic initiatives to increase revenue, penetrate markets and lower costs; Where appropriate maintain and amount of time each month on chargeable client work (which includes QA); Work alongside CYFOR’s Business Development team assisting in the preparation of quotes & assist in technical queries; To assist the BD team and the reputation of CYFOR with the provision of copy for Social Media throughout the year; Proactively assist in the completion of new Customer tenders; If appropriate actively promote the company by giving presentations to external clients when necessary and leveraging contacts gained to increase revenue; Candidates will be required to travel on business from time to time. A valid passport will, therefore, be required and, ideally, a full UK driving licence.   Skills and Experience At least 5 years’ experience of working in a Digital Forensic environment within the Police or Corporate Arena’s, with at least 2 years in a management position; Consideration will also be given to experienced managers from within the Police, but not from a Digital Forensic background. Excellent leadership & people skills. Relatable, Intuitive and quickly able to gain the trust of our key asset, our colleagues. Ideally experienced in ISO17025 implementation and maintenance of ISO27001 and ISO9001. Excellent project management skills, able to demonstrate attention to detail and delivery of process improvement. Ideally experienced with implementing a new case management system. Educated to degree level or with equivalent work-related experience; Ability to communicate at all levels, adapting the style of communication to meet the needs of the audience; Ability to remain calm and controlled and maintain good performance within a mission-critical service area; Ability to effectively plan and coordinate projects; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to work in a multi-discipline team responsible for providing Forensic Services; Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail; Demonstrate a flexible approach to work and a high level of self-motivation; Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality; Possess excellent IT skills and demonstrate competency in a number of systems and applications.   Benefits Free parking Pension scheme Contributory Health care scheme Childcare vouchers Recognition & reward schemes Multiple Social events throughout the year including the CYFOR Family day Month-end Breakfast and lots more.   Please NOTE: This role will require security clearance to SC level, please advise if you are a holder otherwise, we will need to carry out vetting

DF/e-Discovery Analyst (experience required) Contact: Craig Johnson ( info@brimstone-consulting.com ) or (+44 (0)207 096 1200) The successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn and develop skills across the EDRM. This position is primarily based in London, however candidates may be expected to travel on occasion as some engagements can require working on client sites. Responsibilities Processing data, performing Quality Control checks, uploading to the document review platform Providing support to document reviewers Responding to clients requests escalating as required Proactively support/administrate projects Communicate with clients and senior team members/stakeholders Research new tools, techniques and workflow to help streamline the processing and review Requirements An ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and maintain quality An ability to perform sometimes repetitive tasks, accurately and consistently A strong desire to learn and share your knowledge (training is provided) An ability to work independently and as part of a team An ability to articulate complex information clearly, in non-technical language to clients Efficient and effective time management and organisation skills Essential MS Office skills   Other desirable skills Good understanding of forensic procedures and best practices Understanding of transactional and relational databases (e.g. T-SQL, SQL, my SQL) Experience of hosted document review tools (e.g. Relativity, Nuix, Recommind, Clearwell, Ringtail etc) Understanding of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM)   Brimstone Consulting acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. Brimstone Consulting is an equal opportunities employer. Due to time constraints we can only reply to applicants that match our clients’ specifications. Our Data Protection number: ZA053843  

Digital Forensics Analyst - West Midlands Contact: Craig Johnson ( info@brimstone-consulting.com ) or 0207 096 1200 This is an outstanding opportunity with a leading Consultancy to start by working on Digital Forensics Collections and Data Processing but to progress to learning all of the eDiscovery life-cycle. Ideally graduate qualified in a technical subject and with experience of 1-2 Years in: Performing data scoping working with clients and their IT team to discover and document the data. Imaging desktop and laptop computers using one or more data collection tools, e.g. EnCase, FTK, and X-Ways etc. or using other imaging tools. Extraction of data from Cloud-based systems such as Microsoft Exchange Online, Microsoft Office 365, or Google Mail.  So a knowledge of various operating systems. This work will be commercial however we will be interested to hear from Policing and MOD candidates who have had some exposure to more than dead box forensics i.e. they have worked on commercial/business systems. About Brimstone Consulting:  We specialise in finding highly qualified staff in the following areas: E-Discovery and Digital Forensics; Payments;  Fraud - (AML/CTF, Investigation, CFE’s etc.);  Risk - (Credit, Regulatory, Liquidity, Market, Analysts-SAS, SPSS etc.);  Compliance/Corporate Governance ;  IT  - (full SDLC- BA’s PM’s , Architects, Developers etc.);  Big Data and Data Analytics  - (MI/BI/CI);  InfoSec and Cyber Crime; Audit;  Accountancy and Finance Brimstone Consulting acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. Brimstone Consulting is an equal opportunities employer and our policies are available upon request. Due to time constraints we can only reply to applicants that match our clients’ specifications above. Our Data Protection number: ZA053843

QCC Global Ltd – Digital Forensic Analyst Vacancy   QCC Global Ltd are the world leaders in TSCM and one of the UK’s main suppliers of digital forensic services;  QCC Global Ltd has been in operation for over 20 years and continue to evolve and expand in our designated areas of expertise.  QCC operates in both the criminal and corporate environments. We have a vacancy for a dedicated digital forensic analyst at our busy Central London office and laboratory. Candidates should have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the field of digital forensics (computer and/or mobile based) and have hands-on working knowledge of industry standard forensic platforms.  Knowledge and exposure to ISO 17025 is also desirable. Main Responsibilities: Conduct accurate and concise digital examinations. Understand and interpret data correctly and accurately. Understand and implement evidence preservation and chain-of-custody. To fully document analysis, actions and decisions in line with ACPO guidelines and the FSR. To produce evidential reports to a high standard. To provide expert witness services. Understand and adopt security procedures to ensure exhibit integrity and company security. To self-manage workload and case management. Undertake client site operations as required. Skills and Experience: Essential University education in digital forensics field (or life-experience equivalent). Communicate clearly, concisely and authoritatively on digital forensic subjects. Understand the importance of deadlines and work towards them. Maintain a high level of accuracy and work standard. Exercise discretion and confidentiality. Be able to work in a regulated environment. Desirable Working knowledge of English law, the criminal justice system and law enforcement. Ability to problem solve and formulate plans and strategies. Be able to work productively, calmly and happily in a busy environment. Please note that applicants must successfully achieve UK SC vetting status and understand and accept that exposure to offensive material will occur.   Salary will be commensurate with experience. Company pension offered. Various company social events throughout the year

CYFOR is a leading nationwide provider of Digital Forensics, eDiscovery and Cyber services to Law firms, Corporate organisations   and Law enforcement   The Role Due to our continued growth, we are looking for Senior Digital Forensic Investigators. The ideal candidates will have at least 2 years’ experience carrying out digital forensic casework within the Criminal or Corporate arenas and be able to demonstrate time management, flexibility, commitment and integrity. In return, you’ll receive a salary commensurate with experience, overtime beyond the 37.5 hour working week and excellent career prospects. You’ll enjoy a varied and highly fulfilling role seeing cases through from start to finish. This is a unique opportunity to join a highly successful business that focuses on its main asset, its team members.   Main Responsibilities Conduct forensically sound acquisitions, analysis and examinations of computer systems and associated media, either on-site or in the lab, ensuring continuity of all exhibits and maintaining integrity throughout; Secure and retrieve data from computer systems in accordance with ACPO guidelines, utilising proprietary and bespoke software, in order to preserve evidence gathered during the course of investigations; To record the details of analysis and investigations undertaken and maintain the confidentiality of this information; To liaise with other bodies or agencies as and when required; To ensure the work meets quality standards in providing a service to all clients; to report or escalate issues, as appropriate, to the Head of Investigations; Assist with the implementation and maintenance of IS0 9001, ISO 27001 and ISO 17025 standards; Prepare detailed reports, Criminal Justice Act statements and exhibits to a standard suitable for use in criminal or civil court in support of these investigations; To present evidence in court in a clear and comprehensive manner; To ensure that appropriate security and access control of forensic tools, systems and evidence is maintained at all times; To develop experience and detailed technical knowledge of current technology and the wide variety of tools and techniques used to assist in the acquisition and analysis of evidence and the identification and recovery of data; Attend seminars and classes for training in specialised forensic software applications, forensic analysis techniques and other specialized areas; To assist in the training and development of any investigator or technician, when required to do so; Assist the Business Development to quote for new cases by previewing case objectives; Remain current on laws and procedures required for processing search and seize orders; Conduct and assist on complex cases beyond the competency of junior investigators; Work with Head of Investigations to determine the best forensic analysis strategy required; To maintain professional liaison and membership in professional organisations for cross-feed of technical information; Candidates will be required to travel on business from time to time. A valid passport will, therefore, be required and, ideally, a full UK driving licence.     Skills and Experience At least two years’ experience of undertaking digital forensic analysis of computers and mobile devices for Criminal or Corporate cases Educated to degree level or with equivalent work-related experience. Ability to communicate at all levels, adapting the style of communication to meet the needs of the audience. Ability to remain calm and controlled and maintain good performance within a mission critical service area. Ability to effectively plan and coordinate projects. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a multi-discipline team responsible for providing Forensic Services. Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to absorb, understand and apply new Forensic Science Regulatory requirements Demonstrate a flexible approach to work and a high level of self-motivation. Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality. Possess excellent IT skills and demonstrate competency in a number of systems and applications.     Benefits Free parking Pension scheme Contributory health care scheme Childcare vouchers Recognition & reward schemes Multiple social events throughout the year including the CYFOR Family day Month-end breakfast and lots more   Please Note: This role will require security clearance to SC level, please advise if you are a holder otherwise, we will need to carry out vetting.