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If you are a recent or upcoming graduate with a keen interest in digital forensics, who is looking for a position that offers professional development and the chance to make a real impact on consumers, businesses, and the economy, then the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has an exciting opportunity for you. We are looking for a motivated Digital Forensics Intern to join our prestigious Digital Forensics and Intelligence Services (DFIS) team on a fixed-term basis.

The CMA is the UK’s world-leading government body established to make sure competition works in consumers’ favour and businesses treat their customers fairly. Working as part of our wider Data, Technology and Analysis Unit, the Digital Forensics and Intelligence Services team supports investigations and projects carried out by the CMA. They use their technical expertise to facilitate the forensic collection, investigation and analysis of digital material, conducting eDiscovery processes to normalise data and to support Internet Intelligence and Investigations.

As a member of the DFIS team, you will shadow/deliver a proactive and comprehensive investigative service, which will require you to undertake a variety of digital forensic responsibilities, whilst gaining the opportunity to work from the CMA’s dedicated Internet Investigation Laboratory. You will forensically analyse data collected from seized media (computers, laptops, mobiles, portable media etc.) and from internet and cloud-based sources, using industry leading software/tools to support this process in a professional and ethical manner. Additionally, you will also undertake some administrative tasks to support colleagues in their work both on and off site.

You will be working towards or have achieved an undergraduate degree in Digital Forensics, Cyber Security or other Technology or Forensic Science focused degrees. Strong research and analysis skills are essential, along with the ability to establish and manage working relationships. You will have sound verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical information effectively to non-technical audiences. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, as well as familiarity with Windows and Apple operating systems, is essential. You will also possess a genuine interest in digital forensics, which you can demonstrate through your studies, work experience, or other relevant activities.

We recognise the value of work-life balance, offering hybrid working arrangements and flexible working options including part-time, compressed hours, and job share arrangements. You will be equipped with excellent technology tools and services that facilitate collaboration regardless of your location. Our modern, professional workplaces across the UK provide an exceptional working environment. Furthermore, we proactively promote mental and physical well-being through a diverse range of well-being initiatives, including an employee assistance programme and a supportive network of mental health first aiders.

To find out more about working for the CMA, please visit our careers page:

CMA – Working for the CMA , Civil Service Careers (civil-service-careers.gov.uk)

Or visit our LinkedIn page:

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• Support the processes of digital forensic collection and analysis in a professional and ethical manner using industry leading software/tools. Develop and present high quality and robust investigation exports and reports.
• Support the delivery of online investigations and data collection in the CMAs dedicated Internet Investigation Laboratory.
• Support the ingestion of ‘big data’, removal of Legal Professional Privilege material (LPP), relevance keyword filtering, scripting and production of review cases and exports.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures for conducting digital tasks in accordance with relevant guidance including the Digital Forensic Team’s Standard Operating Procedures and participate in peer-review quality assurance processes.
• Actively contribute to the development and delivery of tools, techniques, standards and operating procedures to improve the capacity and capabilities of the team.
• Manage own time effectively to ensure work is delivered to the agreed timescale, ensuring managers are kept informed of relevant analysis and potential risks or limitations.
• Assisting the work managers to manage incoming and outgoing tasks as well as answering requests for laboratory bookings.
• Assisting the team by providing general administrative support, which includes managing mailboxes, preparing agendas and archiving digital material.

• Working towards OR achieved an undergraduate degree in Digital Forensics, Cyber Security or other Technology or Forensic Science focused degree OR the equivalent gained through work experience. (Lead Criteria)
• Experience of carrying out research and analysis. (Lead Criteria)
• Sound verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to produce documents that can be tailored to non-technical audiences.
• Experience or demonstrated ability to establish and manage working relationships and to work in teams to deliver successful outcomes.
• Knowledge of Windows and Apple operating systems (including Android and iOS and associated devices).
• Interest in digital forensics and an ability to demonstrate this in your studies, work experience or other activities.
• Computer literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly, Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Communicating and Influencing
• Making Effective Decisions
• Delivering at Pace
• Working Together

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Digital Forensics

As well as the interesting and varied work you’ll do to contribute to effective competition in the UK, and to ensure consumers get a good deal when buying goods and services, you’ll also benefit from:

• An exceptionally generous pension scheme with a significant employer contribution and range of options, including a tax-free lump sum at the point of retirement and injury, ill-health and life assurance benefits
• 25 days leave (increasing to 30 days over five years), plus 8 public holidays and an additional day off for the King’s birthday. In addition, you’ll be able to access a wide range of other types of leave as and when you need it, including generous maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption options, as well as paid special leave for volunteering
• Season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme, flu vaccinations and eye tests
• Access to the Civil Service Sports & Leisure, giving discounted gym membership, high street discounts, free access to UK wide attractions and a free Tastecard
• A range of wellbeing benefits, including an employee assistance programme, flexible working options and family friendly policies, regular networking events and professional learning opportunities at work

Any move to the CMA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/.”

Like many other organisations, we operate a hybrid working model with a mix of office and home working. We believe this supports us to deliver our best work while allowing the flexibility to maintain balanced and healthy lives. We work at least 40% of our time from our office locations across the UK.

If you’re already a civil servant being appointed on level transfer, you’ll retain your existing terms, including annual leave. If you are being promoted you’ll receive either a 10% pay increase or the new grade minimum, whichever is the greater. Applicants new to the civil service can be considered for appointment at a salary higher than the starting point indicated above, but not more than the advertised mid-point, depending on skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications.

We are fully committed to being an inclusive employer and ensuring equal opportunities. We want a diverse workforce that reflects the consumers we serve. We welcome applications from under-represented groups, including ethnically diverse people, people with a disability, people with diverse gender identities and from people of different ages.

We welcome applications from under-represented groups, including ethnically diverse people, people with a disability, and people with diverse gender identities.

We are an accredited Disability Confident Employer and disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview

Our Values

The CMA delivers impactful outcomes for people, business and the UK economy. We are Ambitious and Evidence-based, and always strive for Excellence. We treat everyone with Respect, and are Collaborative and Inclusive.

Everything we do is underpinned by the Civil Service values: Honesty, Integrity, Impartiality and Objectivity.

Job contact :

Name :
Serena Connor
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Recruitment team

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