Team Leader - Digital Forensics

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Temporary Full time for a period of 12 months with the possibility of a 12 month extension

LOCATION - NSW

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 07 ($123,420.00 - $132,185.00)

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 15797

This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit list for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

Did you know?

The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia. 

We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):

• Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year 
• 4 extra days of mandatory rest leave per year
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%
• 18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 14 weeks for Secondary Caregiver) + additional unpaid leave entitlements for up until 24 months from the child’s date of birth or placement
• Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement 
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements that support work-life balance
• Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

What is the role?

The OSI is a unique and rare operating environment bringing investigations, intelligence, digital forensic members and support staff from across the AFP, Commonwealth partners, state police agencies, and members recruited from private industry to investigate allegations of war crimes between 2005 and 2016. 

The OSI is based in Sydney. More information on the OSI can be found at https://www.osi.gov.au/

The successful applicant will be employed under the following framework of conditions:

• engaged for a 12 month period on a non-ongoing basis; and
• OSI members are assigned to the Operations Working Pattern, attracting a 22% composite, subjected to conditions detailed in the AFP Enterprise Agreement;

Suitability for OSI employment will be assessed by a Selection Advisory Committee (SAC) and a decision will be made by the delegate.

What will you do?

The OSI DF Team Leader will be responsible for the leadership and management of a small team to ensure effective and efficient digital forensics support to OSI investigations. 

This work may include:

• Ensuring outputs are achieved within, and contribute to, the priorities of the OSI, including enhancing engagements with critical stakeholders;
• Leading teams through the organisation, planning and delivery of OSI DF examinations, and analysis, including the use and management of complex eDiscovery platforms, management and handling of Derivative Use Information (DUI) and Legal and Professional Privilege (LPP);
• Meeting court deadlines
• Lead the establishment and sustainment of capabilities within the constraints of a classified environment;
• Engaging and negotiating with leaders, investigators and other stakeholders (internal and external);
• Developing team members and fulfilling a guiding, mentoring and advisory role;
• Being accountable for responsible resource management;
• Procurement and management of multi-million dollar software packages / licences;
• Managing the research, planning, delivery and coordination of projects as determined by the relevant stakeholders in accordance with the agreed requirements, timeframes and budget;
• Maintaining currency in subject matter and training expertise through ongoing professional development and learning opportunities outside the formal education process; and
• Briefing and supporting the OSI Management teams.

Essential Requirements

• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
• A Negative Vetting 2 (Top Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Demonstrate the core elements of the AFP Leadership Philosophy.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team to deliver frontline outcomes and evolve specialist capabilities with impact;
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and manage complex issues as they pertain to OSI digital forensics and eDiscovery  in a rapidly changing and complex law enforcement environment;
• Proven ability to work collaboratively to achieve outcomes;
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills;
• An appreciation of the AFP’s investigative, intelligence and quality frameworks and their application to science and the judicial environment;
• Demonstrated experience, or aptitude in dealing with LPP and/or material obtained using coercive powers (DUI);
• Have a proven appreciation for quality control;
• Demonstrate an ability to interpret and manage complex issues as they pertain to OSI digital forensic, Digital Information Management and e-discovery in a rapidly changing and complex law enforcement environment.

Desirable Requirements

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:

• Demonstrated experience applying digital forensics and eDiscovery techniques to deliver frontline focused outcomes;
• Demonstrated appreciation of other forensic disciplines, information management, disclosure, intelligence and their application to assist or enhance investigations; and
• Proven resilience and ability lead in high stress environments.

Additional Information

• This is an AFP Band 7 role. 
• This is a 12 month non-ongoing role.
• This role is located in Sydney, NSW and applicants are expected to be based in Sydney.
• This role attracts a composite allowance in recognition of expanded working hours, normal patterns of attendance and shift patterns (such as afternoon shifts, weekends and Designated Public Holidays) that are required under the Operations working pattern. In accordance with the AFP Enterprise Agreement, an employee who is required to work in accordance with the Operations working pattern will receive a Core Composite of 22% in addition to their base salary, which will count as salary for superannuation. The Commissioner has the authority to remove a composite from a role.

Selection Criteria

• Achieve results
• Communicates with influence
• Contributes to strategic thinking
• Cultivates productive working relationships
• Shows personal drive and integrity
• Technical knowledge and skills 

Application

Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:

• Resume/CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
• Applicant pitch (maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role. 

Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.

Employment Suitability

Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:

• Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.
• Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
• Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.
• Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.

Recruitment Process

Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be asked to complete additional assessments or activities to determine suitability for the role. This may also include a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for your interview.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We’re all individuals and we love that. At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability.

Contacts and Closing Information

Contact Officer: Stefan Williams

Contact Officer Phone: 5126 6256 ​

Contact Officer Email: stefan.williams@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 07/07/2026

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