CCTV Forensics Analyst

Who we are:

Founded in 2006, CACI Information Intelligence Group (IIG) is an exciting, growing and progressive business unit within CACI UK. We currently have over 700 intelligent, professional and engaging staff. With a rigorous emphasis on quality, the company has grown considerably to become one of the UK's most respected technical consultancies.

The Role:

We are seeking a CCTV Forensic Analyst to join our growing Digital Forensics Laboratory in North Yorkshire.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a highly skilled and accredited forensic services team supporting UK law enforcement and criminal justice organisations. The role is focused primarily on the forensic recovery, enhancement, analysis and interpretation of CCTV and video evidence, helping investigators extract critical evidential material from complex digital video systems.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in CCTV and video forensics, LEVA (Law Enforcement and Emergency Services Video Association) training or qualifications, or graduates who have specialised in image enhancement, video analysis, computer vision, digital imaging, photography, forensic science or related disciplines.

Working at the forefront of forensic video investigation, you will analyse footage from a wide variety of sources including CCTV systems, body worn video, dashcams, mobile devices and other digital recording systems, producing robust evidential findings to support criminal investigations and judicial proceedings.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct forensic recovery, enhancement, analysis and interpretation of CCTV and video evidence from a wide range of recording systems and formats.

Examine footage from CCTV systems, body-worn video, ANPR systems, dashcams, mobile devices and other digital video sources.

Apply forensic image and video enhancement techniques to improve evidential quality while maintaining forensic integrity.

Produce clear, accurate and evidentially robust forensic reports and witness statements suitable for court proceedings.

Present and defend forensic findings as an expert witness where required.

Utilise specialist forensic video examination tools and techniques within an accredited laboratory environment.

Support investigations through the identification, extraction and preservation of video evidence from proprietary CCTV systems.

Assist in the operation of CACI's digital forensic proficiency testing services, including preparation, examination and evaluation of forensic test materials.

Work in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025, ISO/IEC 17043, the Forensic Science Regulator's Code of Practice and associated quality standards.

Contribute to research and development activities relating to emerging CCTV, video and image enhancement technologies.

Maintain awareness of developments in forensic video analysis, attending training courses, conferences and professional forums.

The Fit:

Essential

Degree in Digital Forensics, Forensic Science, Computer Science, Digital Imaging, Photography, Multimedia Technology, Image Processing or a related discipline, or equivalent commercial/law enforcement experience.

Experience of recovery, analysis and interpretation of digital video evidence.

Excellent attention to detail and the ability to communicate complex findings clearly through written reports.

Understanding of evidential continuity and forensic best practice.

Full UK driving licence.

Highly Desirable

LEVA training, certification or practical application of LEVA methodologies.

Experience conducting CCTV and Video Forensic examinations within law enforcement, criminal justice, forensic services or investigative environments.

Experience recovering footage from proprietary CCTV systems and DVR/NVR platforms.

Knowledge of forensic video enhancement techniques and associated software tools.

Experience providing evidential statements or supporting court proceedings.

Also of Interest

We would also welcome applications from graduates or early-career professionals who have specialised in:

Image enhancement and restoration

Video analysis and processing

Computer vision

Digital imaging

Photography and photogrammetry

AI-assisted image analysis

Multimedia forensics

Those with strong academic or research experience in image and video analysis can be supported in developing the forensic and evidential aspects of the role.

Due to the industries we work in, we require all our team to be able to obtain security clearance. To qualify for this, you must be a British passport holder and have lived permanently in the UK for the last 5 years.

Additional Role Demands:

Applicants should be aware that this role may involve the exposure to material of an extremely offensive and distressing nature.

Requirement for occasional travel to perform digital forensic work at scene / locations outside the Digital Forensics laboratory, involving some overnight stays.

Ability to cope working under pressure and time constraints in this uniquely challenging environment.

Agility and coordination in handling equipment and evidence as required. May be required to lift a variety of computer items, and sit/stand for extended periods of time.

Benefits:

The Digital Forensics Analyst role is an excellent opportunity, and CACI reward their staff well with a competitive salary and impressive benefits package which includes:

Learning: Budget for conferences, training courses and other materials

Social: Fantastic culture with monthly social events

Future You: Matched pension and health care package

We understand the importance of getting to know your colleagues. Whole company meetings are held every quarter, and a training/work brief weekend is held once a year, amongst many other social events.

Equal Opportunities:

CACI is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Embracing the diversity of our people, we are on a journey to build a truly inclusive work environment where no one is treated less favourably due to ethnic origin, age, sex, gender identity, veteran status, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status, and disability or health condition, actively working to prevent discrimination.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will;

Provide reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process where requested (contact a member of the recruitment team on 020 7602 6000 to discuss individual requirements further).

Offer people with health conditions and disabilities, meeting the minimum criteria for a role, an interview.

Our people are unique and we encourage, and support them, to be confident in contributing to our inclusion journey.