Digital Forensic Technician - AO HTCG

New Zealand Police

  • New Zealand
  • $82,747 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • Just now
Digital Forensics Technician / Digital Forensics Analyst
  • Technician - Band F
  • Analyst - Band I
  • Permanent, Full Time
  • National Advertised Vacancy
  • Authorised Officer / Police Employee
  • Multiple Positions in Wellington
  • JR 5497804
E tῡ ki te kei o te waka, kia pakia koe e ngā ngaru o te wā.Stand at the stern of the canoe and feel the spray of the future biting at your faceMō te tūnga | About the roleDo you want to make a difference? Have an eye for detail? Join New Zealand's largest Digital Forensic team and be a part of something special. We are looking for a high performing dynamic people to work in teams across the country, who provide expert support to investigations.This role presents a great opportunity at all levels to develop new skills and productively contribute to an ever changing environment. The New Zealand Police Digital Forensics Unit is part of the High Tech Crime Group and play a crucial role in all digital aspects of an investigation. You will receive training and gain valuable on the job experience as you become an expert in digital forensics. You will assist investigations from planning through to expert witness testimony, you will need to demonstrate your IT knowledge and how to apply it to add value to investigations. You will use an array of communication skills to convey technical information to a broad audience.Digital Forensic TechnicianThe Digital Forensics Unit has a career structure which progresses staff from Technician level through to Analyst. Over a period of as little as 30 months, the successful candidates will develop the critical thinking, gain skills, practical hands-on experience, and be part of a very special organisation.Digital Forensic AnalystYou will already have practical, real world digital forensic experience, and have a certification as IACISs CFCE, SANS GCFE, or similar.This advertisement is open for both roles and positions will be filled as determined by the application pool. When applying, you do not need to state which position you are applying for.Key Accountabilities:
  • Be self-motivated and ready to learn, have excellent organisational, research, and communication skills.
  • Pay attention to detail and have the flexibility to cope with change.
  • Have the ability to rapidly absorb, understand and apply new concepts and technologies.
  • Be capable of making sound decisions under pressure.
  • Work well and communicate positively in a team environment.
He aha taau e kawe mai | What you'll bringWhilst we are looking for skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role, we also place high importance on your state of mind, the alignment of your values with ours, your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams, and the way that you lead yourself or others.Whakaritenga motuhake | Special requirements
  • Clean and current (full) Driver's license
  • IT degree or work experience within an IT related field
  • Complete Certified Forensic Computer Examiner certification as part of the career structure
  • Be eligible to obtain a Secret National Security Clearance.
Security Clearance RequirementsTo be eligible for this role, you must obtain and maintain a SECRET national security clearance.The minimum criteria for this level of national security clearance is:NZ Citizen who has resided continuously in NZ for the last 10 years, or:
  • A Permanent Resident who has resided continuously in NZ for the last 10 years, or
  • A citizen of or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last 10 years: Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, or United States of America, and has a background that can be verified by the NZSIS.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:This role is Individual Contributor/Emerging Leader level. You can refer to for further information on the requirementsMo tātou | About usNew Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country. Police is the government's largest front-line response agency with around 15,000 staff in large and small communities all over New Zealand and in liaison and policing development roles overseas.Your development is highly valued at NZ Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community practice level. We work hard to match you with work that will both play to your strengths and challenge you in new ways.The work you'll be engaged in is real, tangible work that directly benefits our frontline and communities. Taken all together, this means we can offer you career path opportunities to progress in your chosen profession and become a more well-rounded, experienced leader, with opportunities across the range of work we support.To view the position descriptions for these roles please click on the links below:Working FlexiblyYour wellbeing inside and outside of work is important to us. We're open to discussing flexible working options that work for both you and the business.For more information on the above, please copy and paste this URL: https://www.police.govt.nz/careersTono ināianei | Apply nowIf this position sounds like you, click apply now. You will be required to submit an application form and a chronological list of previous roles that covers the role title and the date/duration (this is a mandatory requirement and replaces a CV).Before confirmation of hire, pre-employment checks will be undertaken. For further information on the application process, please copy and paste this URL:If you are an internal applicant, you must apply internally through the police system. You must provide an alternative contact email address and state your future commitments should you be successful in the next stage of the recruitment process.Utu ā-tau | SalaryThis position is covered by a collective agreement with the salary for the Digital Forensic Technician set at $82,747 and the Digital Forensic Analyst set at $106,864Please note: Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on Sunday 21st September. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact mark.cain@police.govt.nz

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