Senior Digital Forensic Analyst

Requirements

An appropriate B Degree (NQF level 7) Advanced Diploma (NQF level 7) / B- tech qualification in policing, law, forensics, computer science, data and physical science; software engineering or equivalent. At least five(5) years’ experience of which three (3) years should be in a junior level in criminal and/or forensic investigations environment in a legal/investigative or financial environment. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Vocational training in criminal investigations specialised courses. Certification in either Cellebrite, FTK, Oxygen or any forensic tools. Experience in testifying on criminal matters in at least the Regional Court. (Persons that have been found as an unreliable witness in any court would not be considered). Experience in managing and directing forensic service providers in criminal and forensic matters. Strategic capability and leadership, administration skills, communication, planning and prioritising, customer focused and responsiveness, problem solving and decision making. Knowledge of legislation and regulations pertaining to public service administration, specifically: The Constitution of South Africa and the rights of suspects, the criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977, Investigation of common law offences as it pertains to fraud, forgery, uttering, theft, and offence involving dishonesty. Understanding of law of evidence in civil matters. Knowledge and experience of a wide range of computer/digital/devices/ cellular phones, software/operating systems, Knowledge of database structures and configuration for formats such as SQL, SQLite, ESE, plist and MXL. Experience in at least EnCase, Cellebrite and XRY. Valid drivers’ license.

Key Responsibilities

Manage/ recover evidential data from computers, mobile devices, CCTV systems, servers, emails, cloud storage and other electronic devices with the standing Cyber Crime Act, and ISO17025 accredited investigative techniques. Manage the conducting of quality digital forensic examination in relation to all investigations on hand at IDAC within a multi-disciplinary project team approach. Manage the development, maintenance and implementation of policies, standards, procedures and guidelines on digital forensic and related matters. Provide operational leadership and guidance with regards to overall conducting of digital forensics, handling, and safekeeping of electronic devices. Manage the planning and implementation for expert services regarding digital forensic examination and research. Manage/compile investigation report. Ensure that appropriate security and access control of forensic tools, system and evidence are maintained at all times. Guide expert testimony in court relevant to the investigations. Testify on the data extracted from the devices. Manage and develop staff

How to Apply

Enquiries

Maureen Dibetle Tel No: (012) 845 7727