Digital Project Officer - NDES Service 3 - SO15
The starting salary is £37,289, which includes allowances totalling £2,841.
The salary is broken down as £34,448 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £ 36,864. Plus, a location allowance of £1,841 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.
Location : West Brompton
As a Digital Project Officer within our Digital Media Exploitation Unit (DMEU) you'll play a critical role, passing data to Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP). As part of our dedicated Counter Terrorism hub, you'll use your skills to view and assess data from digital devices, which can then be used in investigations. Join us and play your part in keeping London safe.
It's an exciting time to be working within SO15 Counter Terrorism Command and the National Digital Exploitation Service (NDES). As a Digital Project Officer, your role will place you in DMEU - a unit that focuses on exploiting all aspects of digital media.
As part of the DMEU team, you'll identify, retrieve, assess, and produce evidence from a wide range of digital and video devices for Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) investigations. You'll also assess material that may contravene the Terrorism Act (TACT) and include it in relevant website libraries and databases. This means you will need HTML and CSS web development skills, as well as full training in all kinds of viewing tools. With your understanding of digital media devices and structures, together with data recovery techniques, you'll provide officers with fast-track information for their investigations.
As we move to greater integration with our National Security partners, there may be opportunities to access and view data in a more analytical way. It may also be possible to make more use of artificial intelligence to create greater efficiency.
In return for your efforts, you can expect a competitive salary, a Civil Service pension, excellent career development, and a highly fulfilling role.
Vetting
This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Developed Vetting (DV) level before taking up the post.
Additionally, this material is of particular sensitivity to the UK and its distribution must be restricted to UK nationals. In approved circumstances dual nationals (of which one element is British) may also be granted access. However, in the event that potential conflicts of interest cannot be managed the post holder will not be able to see the intelligence material and will not be able to perform their duties. For the purpose of safeguarding national security and in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002), applicants who do not hold or acquire Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e)) OR Developed Vetting (DV) clearance and meet the nationality requirements cannot be offered the post.
Confidentiality Agreement
Applicants should also be aware of the need to sign a confidentiality agreement on taking up the post.
Our Employee Commitments
Counter Terrorism Policing aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere and culture and an environment where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and are able to reach their full potential. Where any group or individual can be and feel respected, supported and valued to fully participate and contribute to our mission of "Working to keep people safe from Terrorism".
Inclusion, diversity and equality is at the front and centre of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve. As Counter Terrorism is rooted in Local Policing, to tackle today's complex policing challenges, applications from across all communities are therefore essential and encouraged. Counter Terrorism Policing as a network is committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations'.
Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working arrangements, including part time working or job share. In addition, this role has been reviewed following learning from work during the Covid pandemic and may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact the vacancy holder to discuss how such arrangements could be accommodated (where applicable).
How to apply
Click the apply now button below and start your career at the Met . Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement, and online application form. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role. (NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV).
Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 8 October 2024.
The Met is committed to being an equitable (fair and impartial) and inclusive employer for disabled people, striving to have a diverse and representative workforce at all levels. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and long-term conditions, ethnic minority groups, and women.