About the role:
A subsection of the Victoria Police Cybercrime Squad, the Digital Forensic Unit specialises in forensic examination of computers, phones, and other data storage devices. Digital evidence is a key component of almost every investigation into serious criminal offending, and the Digital Forensic Unit plays a vital role in extracting, interpreting, and presenting this evidence. FO4 Senior Digital Forensic Officers undertake routine and complex computer and phone examinations, research tasks and mentoring of junior staff, as well as providing expert evidence in Court where required.
The Digital Forensic Unit sits within the Victoria Police Crime & Counter Terrorism Investigation Services and provides Victoria Police with a specialist crime investigation capability involving digital evidence. The team maintain up to date expertise in modern trends, technologies, and advances in the digital forensic environment.
This role may require some work outside of standard business hours, including some early morning starts, weekend and public holiday work.
Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements.
Your duties will include:
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Assisting investigators with the search, seizure, and preservation of digital evidence.
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Extract data from a variety of digital devices, including mobile phones, computers, storage devices, networked equipment, and cloud services.
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Providing clear and concise specialist digital forensic advice to investigators and the Courts.
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Conduct complex analysis and interpretation of digital data for use as evidentiary material.
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Assist in the training and development of junior Digital Forensic Officers.
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Researching and assisting in the development of phone and computer forensic investigation tools and methodologies.
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Managing evidence items in accordance with Cybercrime Squad and Victoria Police policies.
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Providing digital forensic expertise at search warrant execution sites and crime scenes.
About You:
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Comprehensive technical experience and knowledge of computing technology, with experience in computer and phone forensics.
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Relevant tertiary studies or relevant industry certifications are highly desirable.
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An interest in working in law enforcement and a passion for digital forensics.
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Well-developed conceptual and analytical skills as well as strong written and oral communication skills.
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Experience providing clear and accurate advice to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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Highly developed attention to detail.
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A willingness to participate in office well-being sessions due to the crime theme and child abuse material you will be exposed to.
Further Information:
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One (1) x full-time, ongoing position available.
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This position is located at Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street, Docklands.
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The successful applicant will be required to attend search warrant execution sites throughout Victoria or work at different locations to assist in policing operations. Warrant executions can occur outside normal business hours, depending on operational needs.
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The successful applicant will be required to undergo National Security Vetting, achieve and maintain a security classification as determined by the Department Head. To achieve this, applicants must be an Australian Citizen.
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The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
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We expect our people to foster a safe and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflects, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police.
Your application must include:
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Resume
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Response to the Key Selection Criteria – found in the position description attached to the job advertisement.
Applications close midnight, Thursday 4 June 2026.
Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through one of the following platforms: Victorian Government careers website (Careers.vic) or Seek. Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.
We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process (including an alternate method of submission o f the application), please contact VPS Recruitment via email
[email protected] or on (03) 8335 6004.
About Us:
Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety.
Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate.
In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation.
We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work.”
If after reading this, you're not sure you tick every single criteria box, but have the passion to get behind our purpose, the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn, we think you should click the apply button anyway. We're passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team, and love hearing from people like you.
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