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Since 2005, we’ve helped companies, governments and private individuals solve some of their most complex challenges. \nWe’ve been able to do this because of our outstanding people. We’re committed to developing sharp, curious, driven individuals who want to think critically, solve complex problems, and achieve success. \nBut we also know that work isn’t everything. It’s about the lives and careers it helps us build. We’re immensely proud of this culture and we invest in our people’s wellbeing, learning, and ideas every day. \nWe’re excited you’re thinking about joining us. \nTHE ROLE \nThe successful candidate will play an important role in the delivery of forensic investigations in S-RM’s Digital Forensics team. They will bring in-depth technical expertise combined with strong communication skills to contribute to the delivery of complex investigations. \nThe key areas of responsibility will be: \nPerform forensic preservation of digital evidence in accordance with best practice and recognised standards, maintaining chain of custody, and contemporaneous record keeping. \nConduct in-depth forensic analysis across a wide range of digital sources; including but not limited to Windows, Linux and MacOS computers, iOS and Android mobile devices, enterprise and personal cloud platforms, and proprietary applications. \nLead the ongoing management and maintenance of the Digital Forensics lab. \nDeliver clear, concise, and defensible findings through high-quality written reports and verbal briefings, including responding to questions from senior stakeholders. \nProvide technical and operational support to senior members of the Digital Forensics team, including coordination with colleagues responsible for tooling and infrastructure. \nAdditional responsibilities depending on experience may include: \nResearch and testing: Conduct in-depth research and testing of new technologies, devices and platforms as part of investigations that are bespoke in nature and involve novel technologies. \nPractice development: Supporting internal initiatives to improve the knowledge, capabilities, and efficiencies in our Digital Forensics lab. \nWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR \nCandidates with the following qualifications and experience are likely to succeed as a Senior Analyst at S-RM. \nThat said, if you don’t think you meet all of the criteria below but still are interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box - we’re looking for candidates that are particularly strong in a few areas and have interest and capabilities in others. \nWe nurture a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion and we are dedicated to developing a workforce that displays a variety of talents, experiences and perspectives. \nWe’re looking for: \nExperience and background \nTechnical experience, with a minimum of 3 years experience, in a Digital Forensics lab environment, including demonstratable understanding and experience of: \nForensic preservation methodologies, chain of custody, and contemporaneous record keeping; \nWindows, Linux and MacOS forensic acquisition and analysis; \niOS and Android forensic acquisition and analysis; \nThird-party applications such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal; \nCloud-based evidence such as iCloud, Google, and social media platforms. \nExperience conducting investigations in hosted cloud environments (e.g., Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and AWS) is beneficial. \nWorks independently in the use of a range of forensic tools including Cellebrite, Oxygen, AXIOM, X-Ways, FTK, etc. \nExperience writing forensic reports including methodologies, technical findings, and conclusions. \nRegularly interacts with legal counsel and/or external senior stakeholders. \nThe candidate will need to have the following key personal attributes to perform successfully in this role: \nOutstanding interpersonal skills, honesty and reliability; \nAn inquisitive nature and excellent attention to detail; \nA proactive mindset and a willingness to work outside the job specification when required; \nA creative approach to answering client questions and solving problems; \nAn ability to thrive under pressure and work to tight deadlines. \nAll candidates must have permission to work in the UK by the start of their employment. \nOUR BENEFITS \nWe offer thoughtful, balanced rewards and support to help our people do their best work and live their lives outside it; this includes but is not exhaustive of: \n 25 days holiday per year in addition to bank holidays (+1 day for every day of service up to a maximum of 30 days); \nMatching pension contribution up to 7% (up to a maximum of 14% combined), and financial education; \nLife Insurance 4X Annual salary. \nParental Support: \nFertility treatment leave - 5 days of leave per cycle of treatment per year; \nMaternity leave - 26 weeks of full pay followed by 13 weeks of half pay; \nPaternity leave - 6 weeks of full pay. \nVarious Health and Medical Benefits including: \nPrivate dental and medical insurance (taxable benefit) for you and your family; \nVirtual GP for you and your family members that live in the same household; \nVarious gym discounts for you and your partner; \nEAP programme for you and your immediate family; \nFree access to the world-famous mindfulness app Headspace. \nThe role will be based in our London office with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office. \nTHE APPLICATION PROCESS \nWe want to get to know you, and for you to get to know us, to see if we’d be a good fit. We are responsive and respectful of people’s time throughout our hiring process. \nWe expect the interview process will consist of a two-stage interview, followed by an in-person meeting. \nTo apply, send a CV and Cover Letter to this link: Job Application for Digital Forensic Senior Analyst, London at S-RM","description_format":"text","description_chars":5982,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":3,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":null,"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Health insurance","Life insurance"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Transportation & Logistics","Transport Infrastructure","Civil & Structural Engineering"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-13T12:11:32Z"}],"liveness":{"score":50,"band":"ok","label":"Likely open","p_open":1,"p_active":0.669,"p_room":0.75,"age_days":21,"expected_fill_days":26,"reasons":["conf:1","win:late"],"computed_at":"2026-09-23T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/srm-digital-forensic-senior-analyst-london","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/srm-digital-forensic-senior-analyst-london.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-23T21:05:43Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers"}}