Digital Forensic Analyst II

Please note: This position has been reposted. The District of Saanich is one of the largest municipalities in British Columbia and is committed to providing high-quality services to a diverse and growing community. The Saanich Police Department is dedicated to delivering professional policing services through innovation, integrity, and collaboration. We are committed to supporting investigations with leading-edge technology and specialized expertise that enhances public safety and the administration of justice. The Saanich Police Department is seeking two highly skilled Digital Forensic Analyst IIs to join the Administration Division. These permanent full-time positions are ideal for experienced digital forensic professionals who thrive in a dynamic investigative environment and are committed to providing expert technical support in complex criminal investigations. Reporting to the Director of Information Technology, the Digital Forensic Analyst II is responsible for the collection, preservation, processing, analysis and disclosure of digital media evidence from a wide variety of sources in accordance with legislative requirements, industry standards and forensic best practices. The role provides technical expertise in forensic video analysis, facial comparison and digital evidence recovery, including work involving encrypted, damaged or partially recoverable media. Responsibilities include attending crime scenes to collect digital evidence, preparing disclosure packages and technical reports for Crown Counsel, providing expert court testimony, developing policies and workflows, maintaining specialized forensic hardware and software, training police personnel, and collaborating with investigators, Crown Counsel and community partners to support criminal investigations. The position also requires maintaining strict confidentiality while working with sensitive and, at times, graphic digital evidence.