Scientific Researcher in Cybercrime and macOS IT Forensics | Wissenschaftliche/r Mitarbeiter/in im Bereich Cybercrime – macOS (m/w/d)
LAFP NRW
Job Summary
This role involves serving as a subject matter expert for the North Rhine-Westphalia Police (LAFP NRW) at their Neuss location, focusing on the specialized field of macOS cybercrime and IT forensics. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, conducting, and evaluating advanced training programs for police officers, ensuring the curriculum reflects the latest scientific and technical developments. A significant portion of the day-to-day work includes developing innovative forensic analysis routines and automation tools specifically for the Apple ecosystem, covering both live and post-mortem investigations. Beyond technical development, the role requires active participation in national and international expert networks, including collaboration with Europol and the BKA. This position is particularly attractive for those seeking a secure, permanent public service role (EG 13 TV-L) that offers a high degree of creative freedom, modern equipment, and the opportunity to contribute directly to public safety through high-level technical expertise.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related field with equivalent demonstrable knowledge in Informatics.
Experience
- Professional experience in Computer Science with a focus on Unix-based systems or macOS
- Experience in teaching, lecturing, or adult education is highly desirable
- Experience in developing IT forensic programs and analysis workflows
- Experience in evaluating current cybercrime phenomena and scientific trends
- Experience in national or international scientific networking and knowledge exchange
Languages
Additional
- Valid Class B driver's license required. Location: Neuss, Germany. Willingness to travel for national and international conferences and seminars.
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