Director, High Tech Crime Unit (Cyber Forensics Leader)
Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
Application
Details
Posted: 12-May-22
Location: Bloomington, Indiana,
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 299052
Department
IU POLICE DEPARTMENT (UA-PD-IUBLA)
Job Summary
Department-Specific Responsibilities
Processes digital forensic evidence for law enforcement agencies investigating criminal offenses in Monroe, Bartholomew, Brown, Greene, Jackson, Lawrence, Marion, Morgan, Orange, Owen, and Washington Counties.
Supervises assigned personnel, including an Indiana University Police Department detective and student forensic examiners.
Establishes and maintains digital forensic procedures for the unit; establishes and maintains chain of custody and evidence integrity standards.
Enters and reviews data on all cases submitted to the unit.
Ensures compliance with Indiana Prosecuting Attorneys Council (IPAC) grant.
Reports unit activities to the Monroe County Prosecuting Attorney.
Assists prosecutors with preparation and presentation of evidence as needed; testifies as an expert witness when necessary.
Attends meetings as required.
Performs other duties as assigned and/or required by law.
General Responsibilities
Provides a high level of operational leadership and coordination of cyber forensics activities for the division; provides direction and guidance on escalated situations.
Establishes cyber forensics strategies and planning for department, provides guidance and direction and ensures adequate staff resources.
Conducts a variety of personnel actions to include, but not limited to hiring, promotion, performance management, and dismissal.
Reviews and analyzes forensic activity reports to identify trends and track progress; creates and implements strategies designed to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of operations in a variety of enforcement areas; makes recommendations to public safety leadership; ensures compliance with federal, state, local institution and police department policies.
Works with division chief of police and deputy chief of police to develop departmental policies and procedures as well as long range strategies/plans; serves on various university and local/state law enforcement committees.
Prepares and serves non-criminal documents; contributes to court proceedings, administrative hearings, and/or quasi-judicial proceedings.
Oversees response to emergency calls and leads in initiating appropriate actions.
Qualifications
EDUCATION / WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
High school diploma or GED and 8 years of cyber forensics experience that includes 4 years in a supervisory/leadership role; OR
Bachelor's degree and 4 years of cyber forensics experience that includes 3 years in a supervisory/leadership role.
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field.
University law enforcement experience.
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required
Valid driver's license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire.
SKILLS
Required
Effective leadership skills.
Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills.
Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
Maintains composure under pressure.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent collaboration and team building skills.
Effectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback.
Instills commitment to organizational goals.
Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills.
Effective conflict management skills.
Ability to lead/manage others.
Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office software.
Demonstrated ability in performing specialized duties wherein specialized training has been provided and completed.
Working Conditions / Demands
The role frequently requires the ability to remain in a stationary position and communicate effectively. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the working environment; handle or operate objects, controls, or tools listed above; ascend/descend ladders or stairs; position self to move at lower levels; and discern scents. The role requires the ability to lift and/or move more than 165 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and detect how far away an object is. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Advertised Salary
This position is externally grant funded. Continuation past December 31, 2022 will be contingent on renewed funding.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be differences in the working conditions as advertised in our standard job postings (e.g., the ability to travel from one campus to another, etc.). If you are invited for an interview, please discuss your questions or concerns regarding the working conditions at that time.
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
New employees will be provided with information regarding Indiana University's COVID-19 vaccine policy, which includes the opportunity to request an exemption. To learn more, view our COVID-19 vaccine information page .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information .
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About Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
Founded in 1820, Indiana University is the state’s public university system, comprised of two core campuses—IU-Bloomington and IUPUI—and six regional campuses located throughout the state. Combined, the total student population is more than 114,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional school students. IU is one of the largest employers in the state, with over 20,000 faculty and staff. Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. Diversity and inclusion remains a core commitment to IU’s mission to cultivate an educational environment that supports equal access, participation and representation on all of its campuses and that provides educational and career opportunities for all.
