INVESTIGATOR/FORENSIC ANALYST - Jobs in Orillia, ON

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The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario Provincial Police, and the Investigation and Support Bureau are seeking a qualified individual to join the Digital Forensics Unit. In this exciting, rewarding and challenging opportunity, you will conduct investigations that deal with computer technology as an element.About Us:The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is one of North Americas largest deployed police services with more than 5,800 uniformed officers, 2,400 civilian employees and 830 Auxiliary officers. We provide essential services that ensure the safety and security of the people of the Province of Ontario. The OPP is a division of the Ministry of the Solicitor General, the largest operational ministry in the province with a presence in every community across Ontario. We are the largest police service in Ontario and the second largest in Canada.Digital Forensics (DF) provides innovative specialized investigative services to O.P.P. members, Ontario municipal police services and government ministries dealing with investigations involving digital evidence. It assists with the identification, preservation, forensic recovery, analysis and interpretation of digital data derived from an electronic device whether stored locally or in the cloud.Electronic devices include, but are not limited to, devices capable of transmitting and/or storing data such as computer systems, mobile devices, digital video recorders (DVRs), portable digital storage devices, global positioning systems (GPS), entertainment systems, infotainment systems, Internet of Things (IoT) devices and cloud storage solutions.The OPP Values promote always doing the right things for the right reasons, by:

• Serving with PRIDE, PROFESSIONALISM and HONOUR.
• Interacting with RESPECT, COMPASSION and FAIRNESS.
• Leading with INTEGRITY, HONESTY and COURAGE.

What can I expect to do in this roleTo conduct investigations that deal with computer technology as an element. Assist with the preparation and execution of search warrants. Oversee and conduct electronic search and seizure procedures. To extract, examine and analyze electronic data for the purpose of developing, enhancing and clarifying evidence. To provide court testimony regarding digital evidence investigations.How do I qualifyMandatory

• Ability to pass an OPP background/ security investigation
• Ability to obtain Special Constable appointment status
• Ability to work on a regularly scheduled on-call basis
• Ability to successfully complete the Digital Forensic Investigator Understudy Program and associated certifications
• Valid Ontario Drivers License

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of relevant federal and provincial statutes including current case law and decisions pertaining to the gathering and extracting of electronic data. Understanding scope and limitations of judicial authorizations, development of court documents such as search warrants, reporting and presentation tools and techniques to produce and present findings for disclosure and in court testimony.Knowledge of operation, networking, troubleshooting, security protocols and principles for PC based, Macintosh, Linux and various microcomputer systems. Understanding of various types of computer hardware and technical specifications, including components, peripherals, network topologies, RAID systems, servers, desktop and laptop computers.Knowledge of mobile devices such as cellular phones, GPS, Tablets, SIM cards and media storage cards and respective file systems and protocols. Knowledge of network architectures, structure, data and voice transmission and the underlying data types associated to each.Knowledge of bypassing lock codes to recover data from damaged devices such as tablets, mobile phones, and GPSs, by direct memory chip access (chip-off) and JTAG.Knowledge of flash memory, NAND, NOR and EEPROM, their structure and operating characteristics, methodologies for extracting and understanding the data within such devices as cellular phones, USB flash drives and solid state drives.Knowledge of forensic acquisition processes and methodology to extract, validate and secure digital evidence. Knowledge of physical workings of storage media, the difference between physical and logical acquisitions, specialized hardware and software write blocking and extraction tools, security, continuity and handling of evidence in accordance with Rules of Evidence.Knowledge of processing evidence artifacts including but not limited to various documents, spreadsheets, email, chat, Internet history, call logs, SMS, log files, databases, compound documents, encrypted files, operating system artifacts and date/time validation.Oral communication skills and interpersonal skills to liaise with a diverse group of OPP staff, law enforcement agencies and crown attorneys, provide technical advice and support, communicate complex technical information and system capabilities and deliver presentations/ lectures.Ability to work effectively in a team environment.Analytical, problem-solving and evaluative skills to conduct forensics investigations including the extraction, examination and analysis of electronic data.Ability to isolate relevant evidentiary forensic artifacts from within large volumes of data, assemble them within the context of an investigation and articulate their cohesive meaning and relevance to the matter being investigated.Additional Information:Ensure that you read the job description to make sure you understand this job. Even if you dont meet every requirement in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.Application Instructions:Resume / cover letter must be received no later than 11:59 pm on 19-Jul-2022. Submit quoting WIN ID # (if applicable) and file # 22-220 showing how your qualifications, training and experience relate to the position to: D/S/Sgt. Rejean Carriere - 777 Memorial Ave, Orillia, ON L3V 7V3.Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.Email: rejean.carriere@opp.caThe Ontario Provincial Police is dedicated to ensuring open, accessible, equitable and respectful workplaces, and is committed to reflecting the diverse communities it serves. We encourage applications from members of our diverse communities, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, women, persons from racialized groups, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, those who are able to speak fluently in another language(s), and anyone committed to a rewarding career in public service. The Ontario Provincial Police is an equal opportunity employer and accommodations will be provided in all stages of our hiring processes, as necessary. If you require accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact the hiring manager.OPS COVID-19 Safe Workplace DirectiveAt this time, all employees working in congregate living settings are required to provide proof they are fully vaccinated, meaning they are fully vaccinated as defined by the Ministry of Health (refer to:COVID-19 Fully Vaccinated Status in Ontario, including 14 calendar days have passed since receiving their final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.Employees who do not provide proof of full vaccination will be deemed ‘not vaccinated under the Employers policy and will be required to attend a vaccine education program, as determined by the Employer. Employees who are not vaccinated under the policy with a valid medical exemption will not be required to attend a vaccine education program. All employees working in congregate living settings must undergo regular rapid antigen testing, regardless of vaccination status.Additional Information:Address:

• 1 Permanent, 1 Hurtubise Dr, Orillia, Central Region

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