Digital Investigation Unit (DIU) Analyst

To provide an analytical capability in support of the Digital Investigation Unit (DIU) and Digital Media Investigation (DMI) function by researching, analysing, and interpreting digital data and intelligence obtained through investigations and telecommunications enquiries.

The post holder will support investigations into serious and complex crime by identifying evidential opportunities, developing intelligence, and producing tactical analytical products to assist investigators, Digital Media Investigators (DMIs), and Senior Investigating Officers (SIOs). This will include the analysis of communications data, digital devices, internet and application data, geolocation information, and other relevant digital material.

The role will contribute to both tactical and strategic analytical functions by supporting live investigations, identifying emerging trends and offending patterns, and informing operational planning and intelligence development. The post holder will work closely with internal and external partners, ensuring all work is completed in line with relevant legislation, policy, and professional standards.

This is an office-based role located in headquarters (HQ) requiring close collaboration with DMI’s and other specialist departments in a fast-paced operational environment.

The successful candidate must be able to manage sensitive information and completed the relevant analyst qualifications or be willing to undertake and successfully complete this training within an agreed timescale.

We are committed to being a bilingual organisation and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

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What can you expect?

• All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join

• 24 days annual leave (rises to 29 days with 5 years’ service) plus 8 bank holidays

• Additional 24 days flexi leave (role dependant)

• Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes

• Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)

• Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy.

• Pension scheme

• Staff Support Networks

• Flexible working opportunities

• Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.

• Sick pay provisions

All candidates are subject to vetting and medical checks.

Diversity and Welsh language

Dyfed Powys Police are inclusive employers and strive to have a workforce representative of the communities they police and serve. We believe that we will benefit from the variety of thinking, approach, and skills that diversity can bring; all of which helps us to deliver a better policing service.