Digital Forensics Services Assistant Technical Manager

Job Introduction

British Transport Police (BTP) is the national police force for the rail network throughout Great Britain. We are the ‘Guardians of the Railway,’ putting passenger safety at the heart of what we do. Our values are simply: We Care, We Do the Right Thing, We Strive to Be Better Every Day, We Are One BTP, and We Are Proud to Protect. Join us and help create an environment where we can all be our best every day.

The Opportunity:  Digital Forensics Services Assistant Technical Manager 

Salary: £38,264.81 per annum plus £4,427.65 London allowance, plus £3,957.00 Market supplement with yearly increments based on performance.

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Ebury bridge, London

Type of Working Arrangement: Blended approach of home and office-working is available

Hours: This is full-time role (37 hours per week) 

The Digital Forensics Services have an excellent opportunity for a Digital Forensics Services Assistant Technical Manager. In this role, you’ll support the Digital Forensic Services Technical Manager in delivering a high-quality, efficient digital forensic service. This includes helping to manage and develop personnel, processes, and methods, while ensuring continued compliance with ISO17020 and ISO17025 accreditation standards.

You’ll be responsible for overseeing the technical quality of digital forensic laboratory activities, including the examination of CCTV, mobile devices, digital media, and other frontline tools. Your expertise will support investigations from case acceptance through to conclusion, ensuring professional, accessible, and cost-effective forensic services. You’ll also lead competence testing for all digital forensic personnel within BTP to maintain high standards and regulatory compliance. 

Main Responsibilities:

• Support the Technical Manager in maintaining ISO17020 and ISO17025 accreditation across digital forensic teams and frontline hubs.
• Develop, validate, and maintain digital forensic methods, tools, and procedures to ensure they are fit for purpose.
• Ensure compliance with the Quality Management System, including SOPs, QPs, and audit processes.
• Drive continuous improvement through audit feedback, root cause analysis, and performance monitoring.
• Assist with competence testing and professional development of digital forensic personnel across BTP.

Essential Skills:   

Qualifications and Training: 

• Educated to degree level within Forensic Computing/Computer Science and/or relevant experience in digital forensics. 
• Successful completion of relevant digital forensics courses: Digital Media: XWays and/or Axiom; Mobile Devices: MSAB XRY, Cellebrite and/or Oxygen.

Experience: 

• Experience of working within an ISO accredited environment or one that is working towards accreditation.
• Extensive experience and proficiency in the use of digital forensics software (either digital media or mobile devices).

Skills: 

• Ability to continually and effectively absorb technical information, evaluate, and report on results to management.
• Able to prioritise according to operational requirements.

Knowledge: 

• A good understanding of computer and / or mobile device hardware and software.
• Sound working knowledge and understanding of BS EN ISO/IEC 17025 / 17020, ILAC G19 Modules in a Forensic Science Process and Forensic Science Regulators Code of Practice.

Additional Information: 

The role includes the viewing of extracted digital evidence which may contain child sexual abuse material 

(images and videos) and / or instances of extreme violence or other material of a disturbing or distressing nature. 

Further information about this vacancy can be found in the attached job description.

How to apply:

Applications will be via an up to date CV and an online application form, as part of this application you will be asked to outline how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role.

Completed applications must be submitted by 11.59pm, 6th August 2025

Vetting: Successful applicants will be required to pass Recruitment Vetting (3 years minimum UK residency required), including a full background and financial disclosure. For more information and Top Tips, please see attached document. 

Medical: We’ll ask for relevant health and medical history details to support employee wellbeing.  

References: We'll ask for references to cover the past 5 years.

What we offer:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years.
• Family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave.
• Bespoke benefits platform and Blue Light Card access.
• Salary sacrifice options for cycles, home technology, gym membership, and electric vehicles.
• Interest-free annual rail season ticket loan after 6 months.
• Access to the Transport Benevolent Fund for health, welfare, and financial support.
• Development opportunities, including fully funded apprenticeships.
• Excellent Pension scheme:  We offer the BTP GPP Police Staff Pension Scheme, administered by Royal London. This group personal pension plan is available to all police staff and is a defined contribution scheme. It provides the flexibility to vary your pension contributions from 4.4% to 12% of your salary. For more information, visit the Royal London dedicated pension page or email us at Pension-Queries@btp.police.uk. Note: If you are an existing member of Police Staff in the RPS, your pension will not be affected.

Inclusion & Diversity: 

At BTP, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We believe diversity drives innovation and better decision-making. Our roles are open to everyone, and we encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, women, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disabilities, and those who are neurodiverse. As part of our commitment we operate a ‘Disability Confident Scheme’ - all candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. 

For more information on Inclusion or the Disability Confident Scheme, please click the links Inclusion & Diversity Disability Confident Scheme

Join Us: 

Grow your career with us. We can’t wait to hear from you! See why BTP is right for you and click here for more information. For further information, please contact our Resourcing Team at RecruitmentTeam@btp.police.uk.