Digital Forensic Technician

Job summary

The Insolvency Service is a leading government agency which plays a crucial role in providing essential services to the public and to business. The work we do is important to the proper functioning of markets, the economy in general and support for thousands of people each year who are in financial difficulty.

Investigation Services, within the Insolvency Service’s Enforcement Group, delivers civil and criminal enforcement activities that supports fair and open markets, maintains confidence in the company and insolvency regimes, and helps reduce the harm caused by fraudulent activity.

Inclusive and diverse teams are important to us. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including groups underrepresented in our workforce. The Insolvency Service strives to ensure that the agency is a safe, inclusive, and welcoming place for everybody to bring their true self to work and to help the agency to achieve its diversity objectives. We have 9 active employee network groups available to join or become an ally, these include, Carers Network, Disability network group, Employee Assistance, Representatives, FACES Network Group, LGBT+, Mind Matters, Part Time Workers, The Shed - Men’s Network Group and Women’s Network Group.

We offer full-time, part-time, job share and flexible ways of working. We value capability, technical skills and experience and we place great emphasis on lifetime development to support our people. We encourage our employees to become more involved in areas they feel strongly about, whether it be for the benefit of the agency, through our Engagement network or in their own local communities via volunteering opportunities.

The Insolvency Service is a great place to work, learn and grow your career!

Job description

The Forensic Computing Unit (FCU) provides digital forensic support and services to investigations teams across the Agency and plays a key role in ensuring that digital data is recovered and captured in such a way as to make sure that investigation decisions are based on data which is evidentially sound. The post is based at our Forensic Computing Laboratory in Stratford. Conducting Digital Forensic investigations/tasks in a professional manner with the minimum of supervision in order to produce useable data for investigations/investigators. This will include supporting investigations on-site at locations such as business premises, search warrants, and Courts.

The FCU is currently located in Stratford, London, with plans to relocate to Thurrock. Should this move proceed, successful candidates will be required to work from the new FCU site in Thurrock. Further information will be provided at interview.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• assist with the acquisition of digital evidence in accordance with Insolvency Service procedures, compliant with the Statutory Forensic Regulator’s Codes, and ISO 17025
• undertaking forensically sound capture and preservation of computers, servers and cloud systems, both on and off site
• perform additional analysis on data to extract potential evidential information
• maintain evidence management and investigator records to ensure that the continuity and integrity of material is preserved in accordance with Insolvency Service procedures and ACPO/NPCC guidelines
• maintain and test laboratory systems
• produce written reports and statements for acquisition and analysis work undertaken for final approval by supervising FCU staff
• attend training courses to fulfil the functions of the role and putting the knowledge acquired into practice
• assist on Insolvency Service Search Warrants and supporting on-site investigations
• maintain and develop knowledge of Digital Forensic practices and procedures
• maintain and update procedural documentation and contemporaneous notes
• assist on eDiscovery projects for the wider Insolvency Service
• give evidence in court as to the procedures followed in particular cases and assisting in the exercise of search warrants when required
• undertake some administrative tasks, as required by the Manager of the Unit

Person specification

Essential Criteria

You must have:

• a degree (or similar) in Digital Forensics/similar technical subject and/or demonstrable experience working in a Digital Forensic Lab
• a good understanding of digital forensic principles and technologies, including awareness of the Forensic Science Regulators’ Code of Practice as well as ISO17025 standards and how it applies in digital forensics.
• good knowledge of digital media, operating systems, storage, and devices

Desirable Criteria

It is desirable for candidates to have experience of working within law enforcement or a regulatory Digital Forensics Unit.

Further Information

100% office attendance is required as this is a lab-based role.

Candidates must be able to attain SC (Security Clearance) Vetting. This is mandatory for the role.

From 1st October 2026, applicants will be required to meet nationality and residency requirements so that National Security Vetting (NSV) checks can be conducted. If you want to learn more, visit NSV national requirements (opens in a new window).

Qualifications

A degree (or similar) in Digital Forensics/similar technical subject and/or demonstrable experience working in a Digital Forensic Lab

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Making Effective Decisions
• Delivering at Pace
• Working Together

We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:

• Making Effective Decisions

Technical skills

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Digital Forensic Knowledge

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £33,000, Insolvency Service contributes

£9,560 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.

Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window).

We want you to have a good work-life balance and want to support you in all that you do, so we offer a great benefits package including:

• flexible working arrangements and flexi-time
• full time new entrants to the Civil Service and those Civil Servants on modernised terms and conditions will be entitled to 25 days leave increasing on a sliding scale to 30 days after 5 years’ service
• in addition to this you are entitled to 8 public/bank holidays plus an additional day of privilege leave
• competitive maternity, paternity and parental leave
• 5 days paid leave for learning and development
• 5 days paid for volunteering
• a Cycle to work scheme
• staff have access to an employee assistance programme, Workplace Wellness, for confidential, independent support and advice during difficult times in either their professional or personal life

Your pension is a valuable part of your total reward package where the employer makes a significant contribution to the cost of your pension. Your contributions come out of your salary before any tax is taken. This means, if you pay tax, your take-home pay will not be reduced by the full amount of your contribution; and your pension will continue to provide valuable benefits for you and your family if you are too ill to continue to work or die before you retire. For more information, visit www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk

Things you need to know

Artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window) , and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Experience and Technical skills.

As part of the sift process, you will be asked to complete:

• CV
• Personal Statement
• Behaviours • Behaviour 1 – Making Effective Decision

Should a large number of applications be received, an initial sift may be conducted using the Personal Statement, assessing candidates against the essential criteria. Only those who meet the essential criteria at this stage will proceed to a full assessment of their application. If a candidate does not meet the minimum requirements during the initial sift, the remainder of their application will not be reviewed. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift or progressed straight to interview.

Where high volumes of strong applications are expected or received, we may raise the ‘benchmark’ minimum score required at the sift stage. If a high volume of candidates meet the benchmark score, we may further raise the score required for interview selection. Scores will be applied fairly and consistently. Applicants eligible under a recruitment scheme may, where appropriate, continue to be considered against the agreed ‘benchmark’ score, to support the purpose of the scheme.

Your CV should provide a clear overview of your employment history, key responsibilities, relevant qualifications, and the skills and experience you’ve gained throughout your career including any notable achievements.

Note: Your CV will not be scored as part of the assessment process and will only be used for reference purposes.

Your personal statement should be no more than 500 words and must demonstrate how your personal skills, qualities, and experience align with the requirements of the role. Please ensure your statement references the essential criteria outlined in the person specification, as well as any desirable criteria . This will help provide a clearer basis for scoring and will be particularly useful in the event of tied scores.

If successful at the sift stage, at interview, you will be assessed on the following:

• Behavioural Competencies - assessed through: • Behaviour 2 – Delivering at Pace
• Behaviour 3 – Working Together
• Technical Skills
• Strengths

• Expected timeline (subject to change)
• Sift – w/c 21/09/2026
• Interview – w/c 05/10/2026
• Location – Stratford (see address below)

London Regional Centre: 16th Floor, 1 Westfield Avenue, Stratford, London, E20 1HZ.

Your interview will either be conducted face to face or by video. You will be notified of this if you are selected for interview. Candidates are asked to note the above timetable, exercising flexibility through the recruitment and selection process.

Visa Applicants

To sponsor a candidate under the Skilled Worker visa, a sponsorship licence is required. The Insolvency Service does not currently hold this licence and therefore, cannot legally sponsor Skilled Worker visa applicants.

Queries and Support

When contacting us or the Government Recruitment Service (GRS) using the contact details at the bottom of this advert, please include the 6-digit Vacancy ID, job title, your full name and, where applicable, your 8-digit Applicant ID in the email subject line. This will help us process your enquiry more efficiently.

Further Information

A reserve list may be held for a period of 12 months from which further appointments can be made.

Any move to Insolvency Service from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare; for further information visit the Childcare Choices website .

If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out.

In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclo