Digital Forensics Apprentice

Introduction

Working in the Digital Forensic teams, you will utilise a range of equipment, and tools, to support the recovery of evidence from digital devices, seized in a variety of investigations. Digital Forensic Apprentice will learn and develop practical skills in a range of digital practices and services offered by West Midlands Police. 

About the Employer

West Midlands Police is the second-largest police force in the country, serving the three major cities of Birmingham, Coventry, and Wolverhampton, alongside the districts of Sandwell, Walsall, Solihull, and Dudley.

 Against this backdrop, the force handles more than 2,000 emergency calls every day, while patrolling the streets and responding to incidents 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We have made significant improvements in reducing overall crime, improving call response times, and increasing arrest rates. This work can only continue with the right people, therefore as an employer of choice, we are looking for the right people who can serve and protect our communities.

What You'll Do

• Supported by Digital Forensic staff, use a wide range of commercial and specialist digital forensic and video analysis software and hardware tools
• Working under instruction, to provide assistance to the Digital Forensic Examiners
• Safe handling of forensic exhibits to ensure continuity, confidentiality, and security is maintained at all times
• Develop a practical understanding of the principles of digital evidence and how it is used to support investigations and criminal justice processes
• Develop, and evidence, an understanding of Digital Forensic good practice methodologies (ISO17025/17020 standards, FSR Codes, ACPO Principles of Digital Evidence and other legislation), used in the examination of computers, mobile phones, CCTV, and other digital devices
• Produce a professional development portfolio by completing an accredited course of study and training courses. Also achieving, and maintaining competence to support a range of digital evidence activities and administrative tasks

Training Outcome

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be able to apply for a permanent position is there is one available, but there is no guarantee.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4 or above
• Essential - GCSE - English - 4 or above

Course Information

Course: Digital forensic technician (level 4)

Level: 4

Route: Digital

Apprenticeship Level: Higher

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Shift pattern - TBC.

Expected Duration: 2 Years 3 Months

Number of Positions Available: 8

Training Provider: BLUELIGHTSDIGITAL LTD

This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.