IT Forensics Officer | Sachbearbeiterin/Sachbearbeiter (m/w/d) IT-Forensik
Polizeidirektion Osnabrück
Job Summary
The IT Forensics Officer will play a crucial role within the Osnabrück Police Department, contributing to public safety through specialized digital investigations. Day-to-day responsibilities include participating in searches to identify, professionally dismantle, and forensically secure computer systems on-site. The role involves meticulous data handling, including making data visible, securing, storing, evaluating, and documenting findings, culminating in the creation of detailed reports. You will also provide expert support and advice to colleagues on proper procedures during computer system searches and interrogations, act as an expert witness in court, and secure evidence from various data networks. This position requires continuous professional development and the ability to train police officers in IT forensics. It's an attractive opportunity for IT professionals seeking a meaningful career in public service, offering a stable, full-time, and permanent contract.
Required Skills
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) or equivalent in Information Technology (e.g., Computer Science, Business Informatics), Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or General and Digital Forensics; OR completed vocational training in a relevant field (e.g., IT Specialist for System Integration/Application Development)
Experience
- • At least one year of professional experience in IT forensics or a comparable field (applicants without this experience may be considered for a lower pay grade until the requirement is met)
Languages
Additional
- Class B driving license required
- Willingness to participate in extensive training measures
- Strong psychological constitution
- Teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Sense of responsibility and organizational talent
- Ability for abstract and analytical thinking
- Ability to present facts in a structured manner verbally and in writing