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CS-02 Computer Forensic Analyst, CS-03 Senior Computer Forensic Analyst

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Group and level
CS-002
Location
Vancouver BC, Calgary AB
Appointment Type
Permanent: Lateral Move, Permanent, Promotion
Closing Date
October 15, 2021 11:59 PM Eastern Time
Pool to be created
Yes
Salary range
$76,153 to $93,224
Region
Western
Language
English Essential
Requisition number
57066487
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About the job

This staffing process may be used to staff the following jobs:

CS-02 Computer Forensic Analyst (salary range $76,153 - $93,224)

CS-03 Senior Computer Forensic Analyst (salary range $90,131 - $111,825)

 

As a Computer Forensic Analyst, you may perform the following types of activities:

 

Provides digital forensic investigative services relating to the recovery and examination of data from computers and other electronic storage devices in order to use the data as evidence in criminal prosecutions. These services include search, seizure, recovery, decryption, preservation and analysis of data, relevant to criminal investigations.

Conducts on-site search and seizure of taxpayers' data and information systems, located at the search site or available to it, through the processing, analysis and evaluation of files, data, hardware and software seized pursuant to the terms of the search warrant.

Prepare reports detailing how the computer evidence was discovered and all of the steps taken during the retrieval process for use during the investigation, prosecution and trial, i.e., review, process and analyze seized digital evidence by identifying, separating, organizing and rendering the relevant digital evidence into a readable, searchable, indexed and organized format.

Provides testimony in court regarding the evidence collected and methodologies used to acquire the evidence.

 

As a Senior Computer Forensic Analyst, you may perform all of the duties of a Computer Forensic Analyst in addition to following types of activities:

 

Installation, maintenance and testing of the forensic computing environment (hardware, software and forensic techniques) and related equipment; analyzes and evaluates computer systems and software proposed for implementation and makes recommendations.   

Selects, and educates investigators on the use of litigation support applications suitable for e-disclosure, in conjunction with the Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC); creates, develops and maintains databases for litigation support purposes; assists in the design of investigative databases; and maintains documentation for litigation support software and related databases.

Conducts research, validates tests done by the Computer Forensic Analysts and attends advanced training into new technology and develops new techniques to update and improve forensic processes and tools used in the searching, seizing, preserving, processing and presentation of digital devices and electronically stored information. 

Participate in the development and delivery of training of digital forensic investigations skills and use of specialized equipment.

 

To view the complete work descriptions click here:

Computer Forensic Analyst – CS0449

Senior Computer Forensic Analyst – CS0450

If you cannot access the links, you may contact the person/email listed at the bottom of the notice to obtain a copy of the work description.

 

The pool established from this staffing process may be used to staff similar positions.

 

Come work for the CRA, one of the Top 100 Employers in Canada!

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, public health recommendations and restrictions are in place across Canada and may change as circumstances evolve. You may be required to temporarily work remotely (e.g. from home). Further information will be provided if you are selected for the position.

CRA prioritizes diversity and inclusion and is firmly committed to providing a diverse workforce that reflects the population we serve. CRA's National Employment Equity (EE) Staffing Strategy strives to eliminate EE gaps for the four EE designated groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and women. Where an EE gap exists at the time of appointment, EE may be used as an appointment criterion for permanent and temporary appointments/staffing actions over six months made through this process.

To apply

Who can apply

  

Persons living in Canada and Canadian citizens living abroad.

Preference for appointment will be given to veterans, Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

AND eligible veterans and Canadian Forces members

AND individuals with preferred status who live or work within the general rule of minimum distance of the position(s) being staffed.

 

Please note that this process will be used to staff positions in Calgary (Computer Forensic Analyst and Senior Computer Forensic Analyst) and Vancouver (Computer Forensic Analyst). If you are a candidate from the general public, you will have to pay for any expenses related to your participation in this staffing process, as well as any relocation costs if you receive an offer of employment from this process. 

 

Qualified members and former members of the Canadian Forces who receive an offer of employment are not entitled to relocation costs from the CRA. They may, however, be entitled to a final relocation from the Department of National Defence.

 

Essential staffing requirements

To be eligible, you must meet the following requirements.

 

Education

You must upload your education credentials in the education section of your candidate profile and submit all required documents by the closing date and time of this poster. Failure to do so can result in your application not being considered further.

 

Option 1: Upload your proof of education under the "Education" section of your Candidate Profile. If you choose this option, you must also release your profile so that the board can see the document.


Option 2: Upload your proof of education to the "Documents" section in your profile AND directly attach it during Step 3 of your application.

 

Experience

For the Computer Forensic Analyst position the required experience is:

Recent and significant experience* working in a computer related field performing duties including but not limited to:

  • Deploying, maintaining and troubleshooting workstations and related hardware, software or network issues, and/or
  • Working in digital forensics

Recent and significant experience* is normally achieved through the performance of relevant duties for a period of approximately two (2) cumulative years within the last five (5) years.

 

For the Senior Computer Forensic Analyst position the required experience is:

Recent and significant experience working as a Computer Forensic Analyst or equivalent performing duties including but not limited to:

  • Providing guidance and technical assistance/support in resolving/executing digital forensic issues.
  • Participating in search and seizure actions pursuant to the terms of a search warrant
  • Analyzing, processing and presenting reports on seized electronic evidence

Recent and significant experience is normally achieved through the performance of relevant duties for a period of approximately two (2) cumulative years within the last five (5) years.

Assessment

Essential

The essential staffing requirements indicated below will be assessed during the process and may be used to identify candidates for positions. Asset staffing requirements may also be assessed during the staffing process and may be used to identify candidates for positions. You will be notified in advance of any asset requirements to be evaluated. 

  • Performance validation
  • Cognitive abilities, behavioural competencies, and traits – Korn Ferry Unsupervised Internet Test
  • Aptitude to perform Digital Forensics
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English – oral communication
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English – written communication
  • Dependability

 

Results from the Korn Ferry Unsupervised Internet Test are not portable to other staffing processes.

We may limit the number of candidates to be considered further in this staffing process by using a top-down approach to select candidates with the best results achieved on the Korn Ferry Unsupervised Internet Test and Aptitude to perform Digital Forensics.

 

Asset staffing requirements

The following is a list of asset staffing requirements that may be used, the list is not exhaustive. You will be notified in advance of any asset staffing requirement to be evaluated:

  • Employment Equity
  • Ability to manage work and achieve effective results
  • Ability to interpret legal concepts
  • Additional education, training, certifications or experience related to digital forensics 
  • Ability to manage a search site

 

Conditions of employment 

  • Reliability/Security (Reliability Status)
  • Willingness to work overtime
  • Willingness to travel
  • Valid Driver's license or personal mobility to a degree normally associated with the possession of a driver's license
  • Willingness to work on evenings and/or on weekends
  • Capacity to regularly lift objects weighing up to 20kg
  • Willingness to work shifts or a flexible schedule (including weekends and statutory holidays)
  • Physically work from Calgary or Vancouver

McNeil Policy

Applicants should be aware of the following court decision: http://scc-csc.lexum.com/decisia-scc-csc/scc-csc/scc-csc/en/item/6614/index.do The Supreme Court of Canada decision in R. v. McNeil imposed a legal duty on the Crown to disclose to the accused, acts of serious misconduct or criminal records of potential crown witnesses that either (1) are relevant to the investigation or

(2) could reasonably impact on the case against the accused. The CRA recognizes this obligation to provide the Crown with records relating to such findings that could affect the credibility of the employee as a witness in the case against the accused. The onus is on any CRA employee involved in a criminal investigation, as a witness, to make the Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC) aware, in writing, of all items covered by this policy.

 

Want to know more?

We encourage you to read Important information on staffing at the CRA to find out more about staffing processes and how to apply.

The CRA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. To find out more, consult Employment equity, diversity and inclusion at the CRA. We encourage you to complete the Employment Equity (EE) Staffing questionnaire as part of your application if you wish to be considered for staffing actions using the EE staffing requirement in this process. Your questionnaire response will be retained on file for the duration of the staffing process. If you do not complete the questionnaire, you will not be considered for any staffing actions using the EE staffing requirement in this process. If you decide to modify your response or fill out this questionnaire at a later date, please notify the contact listed at the bottom of this notice of job opportunity.

CRA employees support the economic and social well-being of Canadians, and build public trust. We have high expectations, and our employees are held to the standards of conduct outlined in our Code of integrity and professional conduct and Directive on conflict of interest, gifts and hospitality, and post-employment.

Contact


Email address: 801CIDBRDG@cra-arc.gc.ca


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