Are you a Police Constable with a passion for investigations who wants to develop into a Detective Constable in a specialist role?
The Force Cyber Crime Unit (FCCU) is seeking enthusiastic, curious, and motivated investigators to join our team. We are looking for people who enjoy solving complex problems, pursuing offenders, and delivering outstanding outcomes for victims. Whilst cyber crime is our specialism, you do not need to be a technical expert to apply. We can teach cyber – what we need are great investigators with the right attitude and willingness to learn.
This is an exciting opportunity to investigate serious and complex cyber crime offences whilst working within a supportive, experienced, and collaborative team. If you are a Police Constable looking to begin your detective journey, we will provide the training, mentoring and development needed to succeed.
About the Role
The FCCU specialises in the investigation of serious and complex cyber crime offences, including computer misuse offences such as network intrusions, hacking, malware and ransomware attacks, denial of service attacks, and cyber-enabled offences including fraud and blackmail.
The criminality we investigate is constantly evolving, making this one of the most dynamic and rewarding investigative environments in policing. The role combines traditional detective skills with modern investigative techniques, intelligence development and digital evidence gathering.
Working as part of a mixed team of police officers and specialist staff from across the South East Region, you will manage investigations from initial report through to prosecution, ensuring victims remain at the heart of everything we do.
What You'll Be Doing
As part of the FCCU, you will:
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Investigate serious and complex cybercrime offences and cyber-enabled criminality.
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Act as Officer in the Case, developing investigative strategies and progressing enquiries through to conclusion.
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Interview victims, witnesses and suspects.
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Obtain and review digital evidence with support from specialist colleagues.
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Plan and execute search warrants and operational activity.
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Prepare case files in accordance with legislation, policy and court deadlines.
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Develop intelligence opportunities and identify organised criminal activity.
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Attend court and provide evidence where required.
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Work closely with regional and national law enforcement partners.
You will also have the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in areas such as digital investigations, crypto currency and cyber-enabled offending through a structured and supported training programme.
Who We're Looking For
We are looking for people who:
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Have a genuine passion for investigation and bringing offenders to justice.
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Are motivated, proactive and enjoy problem-solving.
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Provide excellent victim care and support.
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Can manage complex enquiries and competing demands.
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Are keen to learn new skills and develop professionally.
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Work well as part of a collaborative and supportive team.
Cyber experience is not essential.
If you have strong investigative skills, curiosity and the desire to learn, we will provide the training and support needed to develop your cybercrime expertise.
The FCCU benefits from a network of specialist officers, staff and volunteers who provide technical support and advice. You will never be expected to face technical challenges alone.
Development Opportunities
This role offers a unique opportunity to develop highly sought-after investigative skills within one of policing's fastest-growing crime areas.
For Police Constables wishing to become detectives, the unit will support successful candidates through:
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National Investigators' Examination (NIE)
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PIP2 portfolio completion
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Achievement of full PIP2 Investigator Accreditation
Additional Information
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Monday to Friday shift pattern, with a degree of flexibility to meet operational delivery
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Hybrid Working in line with our Flexible and Agile Working Team Charter.
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Occasional travel and working away from home may be necessary.
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A full UK driving licence is essential.
Due to the nature of our work, security is of paramount importance to us and therefore it will be necessary for the successful candidate to obtain and maintain vetting level SC together with a number of enhanced security checks. In order to achieve this, you must have resided in the UK for the past five years. Exemptions may apply for overseas or other diplomatic service (with HM Government), and studying abroad.
You can find more information about security vetting here.
How to Apply
To apply, click on the “Apply” button below and submit your application before the closing date of Sunday 13th September 2026 at 23:55hrs.
The leadership within CTPSE and SEROCU are actively committed to embedding and sustaining an inclusive culture that recognises and champions the diversity of our people, and promotes equity and equality so that everyone can succeed at work. The region is delivering this commitment through a long term strategy that takes a holistic and intersectional approach to wellbeing & inclusion. Our strategy is underpinned by the five strategic objectives;
Inclusive Culture – We will create, embed, and continually develop an inclusive culture for our people.
Engaged & Involved – We will ensure our people are engaged, involved, and listened to.
Wellbeing – We will prioritise the wellbeing of our people.
Representation – We will attract, recruit, retain and develop a diverse workforce.
Inclusive by Design – We will ensure that inclusion is a core principle of our policies, products, and decisions.
We welcome applications from those interested in part time and flexible working, and encourage applications from our under represented communities.
Our people say that benefits include a good work/life balance, a supportive and welcoming place to work and great opportunities to further develop your own capabilities.
If you wish to apply you need to have support from your Head of Command / Department.
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Hampshire officers need to complete an AD277b alongside their application. This form is not available on the force’s standard forms library. It can be found on the HR Portal. Please contact [email protected] if you have any queries relating to this.
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Kent Officers will need to inform Kent HR Resource Planning at the earliest opportunity of intention to apply. Every Officer application form must be signed by the Chief Supt or police staff equivalent and sent to Kent HR Resource Planning no later than 5 working days prior to closing date unless exceptional circumstances apply. This is required so that Chief Officer approval can be obtained for the application to progress, which will be managed by Kent HR Resource Planning. These steps must be completed prior to submission application. If your application for an opportunity is not approved prior to submission to the recruiting organisation you may not be supported for release to the role, should you be successful.
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Officers from other forces are welcome to apply. You may wish to consult with your HR team regarding completion of additional forms.
Please upload your latest PDR (or if no PDR, a recent copy of your CPD record/Focus Feedback meeting) and a copy of your Training Record. Please also upload the Recommendation for Appointment Form (enclosed with the Job Advert) in the ‘Line Managers Approval Form’.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact [email protected] quoting the Job Reference number 15182. If you have applied for this role in the last six months, we respectfully ask that you do not reapply at this current time.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy if we receive a high volume of applications. Should you wish to apply for this post, we advise you to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible.
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