Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Closing date: October 9, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Reference number RCM26J-181524-000054

Selection process number

26-RCM-EA-W-O-ODO-DFS-149729

Location

Ottawa (Ontario)

Salary

$85,854 to $105,080

Level

IT-02 - SP-ICT-02

Who can

Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Duties

Who are we and what do we do?

"O" Division Digital Forensics Services (DFS) is a support unit composed of regular members (police officers) and public service employees. Both groups of employees bring their unique experiences in policing and information technology which are assets when conducting digital forensic examinations. All members of the DFS have strong IT backgrounds and are continually upgrading their skills to stay on top of the eve-changing world of technology.What will you be doing?

As a Digital Evidence Specialist with the DFSsection, you will primarily

- Participate in operational policing activities such as search warrants, digital forensic acquisitions and examinations as a designated peace officer or in the accompaniment of a police officer
- Examine electronic devices and technology such as but not limited to personal computers, mobile devices, networking devices, gaming consoles, drones, vehicles, data storage devices and other emerging technologies
- Plan, implement, maintain, test, integrate and specialized digital forensic tools and techniques to provide highly specialized technical services related to digital forensic examinations for investigating teams
- Prepare technical analysis reports for investigations
- Provide testimony in court which may include expert testimony

Why you will love working with us. As a new examiner, you will undergo the Technological Crime Understudy Program(TCUP), which will give you the skills and knowledge to conduct digital forensic investigations as a subject matter expert. You will participate in field work such as the execution of search warrants and specialized operations. The work schedule is generally routine however can vary based on operational needs.

Now is your chance to use your technical skills in helping to solve Canada's complex and sensitive federal investigations!

Intent of the process The intent of the selection process is to staff one (1) indeterminate English Essential position and one (1) indeterminate Bilingual Imperative (BBB/BBB) position, both with a RCMP ERS with Top Secret security clearance. The positions are located at 155 McArthur Avenue, Ottawa, ON.This selection process could also be used to staff similar positions of varying tenures within the Central Region, RCMP.Information regarding the CM appointment will be sent to all applicable candidates who are within the area of selection and participated in the advertised process.

Positions to be filled

2

Important messages

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED All job applications must be submitted through the Canada.ca/jobs site. To submit an application online, please select the button " Online" below.Persons who cannot online or persons with disabilities preventing them from ing online are asked to inform the contact persons responsible for this process prior to the closing date.Candidates will be required to pay for all TRAVEL AND RELOCATION expenses related to this selection process, including travel expenses for assessment purposes. Candidate assessments including but not limited to exams, interviews and presentations will be conducted strictly in Ottawa.The Indigenous Career Navigators Program, among others, is designed to provide Indigenous peoples with advice and guidance through the application/hiring process.

Indigenous peoples seeking individual support related to your application or during the assessment phase, please contact our RCMP Indigenous Career Navigator (ICN): [email protected] INSTRUCTIONS TO FOLLOWYou are required to complete screening questions that clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria of education and experience and any asset if applicable. Your response must include HOW (concrete examples), WHEN (dates) and WHERE (location of work)



you meet the essential criteria required.Your resume will not be used as second source to validate the experience listed in the answers. Comments such as "refer to my attached résumé" will not be accepted and may result in your application being rejected.A written examination, an interview and/or reference checks may be administered.Deployment may be considered.Candidates must meet all the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position and may be required to meet the asset qualifications depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.You must provide proof of education credentials.

If you obtained your education outside Canada, it is your responsibility to demonstrate its equivalence, please take a look at the following link for more information: http://www.cicic.ca/383/foreign-credential-recognition.canadaPersons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.Please identify clearly your substantive group and level and your employment status on your resume and/or application form.Our means of communication with applicants are via e-mail. Please ensure to include a functional e-mail address, which will accept messages from unknown users (some e-mail systems block these types of e-mails).

It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Acknowledgement of receipt of applications will not be sent.In accordance with the Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS) Directive on Security Screening, effective January 6, 2025, Canadian citizenship is a requirement for a Top Secret clearance. Please note that while a Top Secret clearance is not required at the time of application, all conditions of employment, including security clearance, must be met prior to appointment and maintained for the duration of employment in the position.Please refer to the TBS Directive on Security Screening for more information: https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=32805#annA1

Conditions of employment

Top Secret security clearance - Ability to obtain and maintain an RCMP Top Secret Security Clearance with Enhanced Reliability Status **SOIA/Indoctrination Learn more about security screening process.

Operational Requirements

- Ability and willingness to complete the 2-year Digital Forensics Examiner Understudy Program (DFEUP).
- Ability to obtain and maintain Peace Officer Status.
- Ability and willingness to travel, sometimes on short notice within Canada or potentially abroad.
- Ability and willingness to work overtime, sometimes on short notice.
- Ability and willingness to prepare and testify in a court of law.
- Willingness to attend search warrant sites with investigators (police overwatch).
- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, dependent on region.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following Graduation from a two-year program of study from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in computer science, information technology, information management or another specialty relevant to the position to be staffed (i.e. cybersecurity, digital forensics).

Learn more about degree equivalency.

Experience in installing, configuring, and maintaining hardware, software, computers, and tools.

Experience in the use, functionality, and deployment of digital forensics, incident response, eDiscovery or ethical hacking tools.

Experience in writing software tools in programming and/or scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, Java, and C#.

Experience with virtualization products such as Oracle VirtualBox, VMWare Workstation, Docker, and Proxmox VE.

Applied / assessed at a later date

- Knowledge of technology concepts regarding the fundamental implementation of protocols, networking, data storage,



communication methodology or operating systems.
- Knowledge installing, configuring, and maintaining Windows or Linux servers on virtualized or physical infrastructures.
- Knowledge in structured query language (SQL) and querying databases such as SQLite, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server.
- Knowledge of configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting computer hardware and peripherals.
- Ability to discuss, orally and written, technical matters with clients with varying knowledge of digital evidence and technology.
- Ability to analyze complex technical problems and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

- Discretion

- Initiative

- Planning and organizing

- Effective interpersonal skills

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date Various language requirements - Bilingual imperative (BBB/BBB)

English Essential

Learn more about language requirements.

You may need (asset qualifications)

May be applied / assessed at a later date Canadian Police College course(s) such as Computer Forensic Examiner (CMPFOR), Internet Evidence Analysis (IEAC), Network Investigative Techniques (NITC), and Mobile Device Acquisition and Analysis (MDAA).

Learn more about degree equivalency.

Digital forensics related certification(s) such as GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE), GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA), Magnet Certified Forensic Examiner (MCFE), and IACIS Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE).

Network security/penetration testing related certification(s) such as Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), Offensive Security Wireless Qualified (OSWP), Offensive Security Certified Expert (OSCE), GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC), and CompTIA A+/Network+/Security+/Cybersecurity Analyst+.

Experience in digital forensics as described below:

- Experience in the acquisition and examination of electronic devices and technology such as but not limited to personal computers, mobile devices, networking devices, gaming consoles, data storage devices, embedded systems, and other emerging technologies.
- Experience in overseeing/managing the security, safeguarding, handling and control of exhibits, evidence and police reports.
- Experience in preparing formal examination and analysis reports for investigations and creating disclosure packages for court prosecutions.
- Experience in programming and scripting in order to automate processing and to provide solutions when other forensic tools or techniques are unsupported.

Knowledge of case law, Criminal Code, and judicial authorizations relevant to digital forensics.

Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. Learn more about assessment accommodation.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you . Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons. Learn more about preference to veterans.

How to

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Information you must provide

- Your résumé

We'd like to thank all those who . However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Hiring organization contact

Name: Zeinab T Email address: [email protected]

📌 Digital Evidence Specialist (Ottawa)
🏢 Government of Canada
📍 Ottawa