Office of Internal Oversight Services Digital Forensic Investigator Jobs in Kenya
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Chief of Section, the Digital Forensic Investigator is responsible for planning, organizing, and conducting complex digital forensic investigations involving allegations of misconduct, fraud, corruption, mismanagement, waste of resources, and violations of organizational rules and regulations.
The role leads the identification, collection, preservation, analysis, and presentation of digital evidence while ensuring compliance with forensic standards, organizational procedures, and investigative best practices.
Key Responsibilities
Digital Forensic Investigations
Plan, organize, and conduct complex digital forensic investigations in accordance with established investigative procedures.
Identify, collect, recover, analyze, and preserve electronic evidence in a forensically sound manner.
Define investigation parameters, methodologies, timelines, and forensic examination strategies.
Conduct forensic examinations of digital evidence, including:
Mobile phones
Laptops
Desktop computers
External hard drives
Electronic documents and files
Network environments
Digital storage devices
Guide investigators on the collection, extraction, storage, preservation, and handling of digital evidence.
Perform advanced digital forensic analysis using validated forensic tools and methodologies.
Reporting and Documentation
Lead the preparation of detailed forensic analysis reports.
Document forensic methods, tools, procedures, and findings comprehensively.
Ensure forensic conclusions are accurate, repeatable, verifiable, and defensible.
Present findings in a clear, objective, and concise manner.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and guidelines related to:
Electronic evidence handling
Digital forensic investigations
Evidence recovery
Forensic reporting
Conduct peer reviews of forensic analysis reports.
Ensure proper interpretation and application of forensic findings by investigative teams.
Training and Technical Support
Conduct digital forensic awareness and technical training programmes.
Provide expert advice and consultation on digital forensic matters.
Deliver expert testimony and technical explanations before tribunals when required.
Conduct testing, maintenance, and validation of forensic tools and equipment.
Maintain proficiency with industry-standard forensic technologies and methodologies.
Leadership and Supervision
Supervise Investigations Assistants and Investigators involved in digital forensic activities.
Provide guidance, mentoring, and technical supervision to new and junior personnel.
Support team development and quality assurance across digital forensic operations.
Data Analytics and Reporting
Collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify
emerging trends and patterns.
Produce visual reports, charts, graphs, and dashboards to support data-driven decision-making.
Present analytical findings to support investigations, planning, reporting, and organizational decision-making.
Perform any other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements
Advanced University Degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in:
Digital Forensics
Computer Science
Information Technology
Information Security
Computer Engineering
Or a related field.
A first-level university degree in a relevant discipline combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
Completion of programmes in:
Data Analytics
Business Analytics
Data Science
is considered an advantage.
Work Experience
Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in conducting digital forensic investigations.
Supervisory experience in digital forensic environments is required.
Experience in forensic examination and analysis of mobile devices is required.
At least two (2) years of experience in data analytics or a related field is required.
Experience conducting professional investigations within:
Law enforcement agencies
Government institutions
National investigation agencies
International investigation organizations
is desirable.
Experience working within an international organization is desirable.
Key Skills and Competencies
Digital forensic investigations and evidence handling.
Mobile device forensic analysis.
Electronic evidence collection and preservation.
Data analytics and visualization.
Investigative reporting and documentation.
Expert witness testimony and technical consultation.
Leadership and team supervision.
Technical training and knowledge transfer.
Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
High standards of integrity, objectivity, and professional judgment.
How to apply
For more information and job application details, see; Office of Internal Oversight Services Digital Forensic Investigator Jobs in Kenya
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