Job Title: Digital Forensics Investigator – Team Leader
Location: Birmingham City Centre
Reports to: Head of Digital Forensics
Security Clearance: UK-based applicants with existing SC clearance only
About Resillion
Resillion is a global provider of digital assurance, cybersecurity, and testing services. We help organisations strengthen their security posture, protect critical assets, and deliver high-quality digital solutions. Our teams operate across multiple specialist disciplines, including Digital Forensics, Incident Response, SOC Operations, Quality & Compliance, and Technical Consultancy. We are committed to excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering trusted, customer-focused services that meet the highest professional and accreditation standards.
Job Purpose
- Undertake operational digital forensic tasks, including the analysis of a wide range of digital devices submitted for examination.
- Produce clear written reports and statements for potential presentation in court.
- Manage, support, and develop a team of Digital Investigators to meet Digital Forensics (DF) and operational targets.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Delivery
- Provide written estimates to prosecution and defence for forensic examinations.
- Develop case-specific examination strategies and outline proposed work programmes within agreed costs.
- Organise day-to-day casework to ensure efficient delivery, adherence to standards, and compliance with quality systems.
- Deliver complex computer/mobile device investigations on time, within budget, and to required quality levels.
- Attend customer premises to advise on equipment seizure and conduct on-site acquisitions.
- Produce high-quality reports and deliver expert evidence when required.
- Review colleague reports/statements to maintain quality and consistency.
- Handle exhibits in line with evidential rules and technological safeguards.
Team Leadership & Development
- Mentor, support, and buddy junior staff members.
- Provide clear briefings and customer presentations.
- Liaise with customers to update them on case progression.
- Identify and implement improvements to enhance quality and effectiveness.
- Directly manage reporting staff and assist in hiring new DF team members.
- Provide weekly operational reports (TRTs, absences, performance) to the Business Manager.
- Support team members to maintain DF quality standards and provide technical assistance.
- Conduct One-to-One meetings in line with Resillion policy.
- Deliver training to enhance operational effectiveness and customer satisfaction.
- Support Quality Manager/Technical Advisor with non-conformance investigations.
- Ensure team members maintain competency skills and complete induction processes correctly.
- Ensure adherence to DF procedures, including validated and accredited methods.
Knowledge, Experience & Technical Skills
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Senior Computer/Mobile Investigator.
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Digital Forensics, or related discipline.
- Proven track record in forensic computer investigation, including imaging, analysis, and expert witness testimony in Crown Court.
- Strong working knowledge of Windows, Mac, Linux, networks, and a wide range of forensic tools.
- Experience working in a forensic environment to the highest ethical standards.
- Strong understanding of UK legislation relevant to digital forensics.
- Excellent report writing skills.
- Strong knowledge of court procedures, expert witness etiquette, disclosure, and continuity.
- Knowledge of FSR Code of Practice, ISO 17025, and ILAC G19.
Person Specification
- Strong customer focus.
- Effective mentor and supportive team leader.
- Clear and confident communicator.
- High level of professionalism.
- Proven ability to deliver results.
- Takes accountability for actions.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Ability to manage and prioritise a challenging workload.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- High commercial awareness.
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Demonstrates impartiality.
Why Join Us?
If you want to be part of a fast-growing, collaborative Digital Forensics team that is scaling rapidly and working across all areas of Digital Forensics, this is the environment where you will thrive. We are building a team that is future-focused, multi-skilled, and committed to developing the next generation of DF capability.
You will be highly supported and actively encouraged to grow with us, gaining exposure to a wide range of forensic disciplines while contributing to the evolution of our service. If you’re looking for a role where you can develop, expand your skills, and be part of a team that values collaboration, quality, and continuous improvement, then we want to hear from you.
Security Vetting & Clearance
The jobholder is responsible for maintaining the appropriate level of security clearance and adhering to Resillion’s security vetting policies and processes.
