Requisition No : 863028
Agency : Financial Services
Working Title : LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 43001367
Pay Plan : Career Service
Position Number : 43001367
Salary : $63,000.00
Posting Closing Date : 11 / 06 / 2025
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CLASS TITLE : LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - DIGITAL FORENSIC EXAMINER (SWORN INSURANCE FRAUD DETECTIVE)
DIVISION : CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION
BUREAU : BUREAU OF INSURANCE FRAUD
CITY : TALLAHASSEE
COUNTY : LEON
The Criminal Investigations Division encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing within the Department of Financial Services. This advertisement is for a Bureau of Insurance Fraud detective.
Click here for additional information about the Department of Financial Services, Criminal Investigations Division.
SPECIAL NOTES :
TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, SUBMIT A STATE OF FLORIDA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION VIA PEOPLE FIRST AND SUBMIT A SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION TO THE FOLLOWING
EMAIL ADDRESS : cidhiring@myfloridacfo.com
Click here for Supplemental Application.
QUESTIONS :
Job Line phone number : (850)-413-4063
This supplemental application MUST be received no later than five (5) business days after the closing date of this advertisement in order to be considered for this position.
Requirements :
High School Diploma or its equivalent.ACTIVE Florida Law Enforcement Compliance / Certification of Equivalency of Training from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.VALID Driver's License from the Florida Department of Safety and Motor Vehicles by time of employment.For Law Enforcement Investigator II
Three (3) or more years of sworn law enforcement experience.Minimum one (1) year professional experience in digital forensics or cybersecurityPreferences :
A degree from an accredited college or university.Special consideration may be given to eligible candidates who have bilingual verbal and written skills that meet a critical need of the agency's mission.Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE)DEASTP - Digital Evidence Acquisition Specialist Training ProgramCellebrite Certified Operator / Physical Analyst (CCO / CCPA)College education can be substituted at the rate of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours per year for a maximum of one year required experience.
NOTE : Correctional Officer and Correction Probational Officer Certifications DO NOT meet the requirements of the job description.The Division requires you to live no more than 50 miles from your residence to your assigned duty station (office). The mileage will be determined by geodesic distance (direct line) from their address of resident to the address of their assigned office.
Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. Please read below :
Please include the names and phone numbers for the supervisor(s) and / or Human Resource Department for all periods of employment.Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed.Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and / or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. It is unacceptable to use the statement "See Resume".Each field (address, city, and state, dates, phone numbers, etc.) should be completed.If claiming Right to Interview, candidate MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying.Upon the selection of the top candidate, a current supervisory reference contact will be required.Experience and education requirements must be met at the time of application submission to be considered.
This position requires a security background check, including fingerprint as a condition of employment.
LEI II annual salary is $63,000.00.
A CAD (Competitive Area Differential) of $4,999.80 will apply only to those applying for positions in the following counties Palm Beach, Broward and Dade.
Employees of the Department of Financial Services are paid on a monthly pay cycle.
Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.
WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS?
Selection is a three-to-six-month process where the successful applicants MUST PASS the Physical Abilities Test, Oral and Written Exam, CJSTC background prior to beginning.
Our Salary & Benefits - CAREER SERVICE SPECIAL RISK
Paid holidays, vacation and one personal holidayAbility to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave as a new employeeAbility to earn up to 104 hours of paid sick leave annuallyPension and investment retirement plan options (MyFRS)Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings AccountsTax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accountsState of Florida Tuition Waiver Program (must be accepted by a Florida colleges / universities)Public Service Student Forgiveness Program (PSLF) - (Eligibility required) https : / / studentaid.gov / sites / default / files / public-service-application-for-forgiveness.pdf$25,000.00 in automatic life insurance coverageAffordable health insurance options starting as low as $50.00 per month for individuals or $180 per month for familyMultiple supplemental insurance options including dental, vision, disability and moreCLICK HERE FOR TOTAL COMPENSATION ESTIMATOR
Pay Additives and Competitive Area Differential (CAD)
Criminal Justice Incentive Pay - up to $1,560 annuallyClothing allowance up to $500.00 annuallyTake home car - approximately $10,000.0 in savings annuallySpecialty pay additives : FTO and Lead DetectiveCAD pay up to $5000.00 for Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach CountiesPrograms
Participation on state and federal task forcesCommunity OutreachHonor GuardDisaster Fraud Action Strike Team (DFAST)MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Knowledge :
Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity
Principles of forensic acquisition, preservation, and analysis of digital evidenceCybersecurity fundamentals including CIA triad, defense-in-depth, and MITRE ATT&CKData recovery techniques including encryption, obfuscation, and deleted file retrievalCommon attack vectors and detection strategiesIncident response lifecycle and NIST SP 800-61 guidanceForensic tools and platforms : EnCase, FTK, Cellebrite, X-Ways, Magnet AXIOMOperating systems and file systems : Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, NTFS, FAT32, APFSLaw Enforcement & Legal Frameworks
Florida law enforcement certification requirements (Chapter 943, Florida Statutes)Chain-of-custody protocols and courtroom admissibility standardsLaws, legal codes, court procedures, government regulations, and agency rulesCriminal investigation procedures and evidentiary standardsPublic Safety & Security
Weaponry, security operations, and protection of people, data, and propertyExecutive orders, democratic political processes, and public safety regulationsCommunication & Grammar
Principles of correct grammar usageTechnical writing and documentation standardsSkills : Forensic & Technical
Imaging and analysis of digital devices, cloud storage, and removable mediaLog analysis across EDR, SIEM, network appliances, and cloud servicesUse of KQL, SQL, and analytics platforms for search and visualizationSecurity event correlation and alert tuningTechnical reporting for legal and investigative purposesTool evaluation and integration of emerging forensic technologiesInvestigative & Operational
Field operations including digital triage, search warrants, and evidence collectionCollaboration with detectives, prosecutors, and stakeholdersSurveillance, undercover operations, and confidential source managementDriving and operating motor vehicles safely and responsiblyCommunication & Testimony
Clear verbal and written communicationExpert testimony in court and professional presentation of findingsStructured inquiry and logical reasoning for decision-makingAbilities :
Cognitive & Analytical
Use logic and analysis to evaluate investigative approachesMultitask and prioritize multiple cases with accuracyAdapt to rapidly evolving technologies and investigative techniquesBehavioral & Interpersonal
Communicate with clarity and precision; actively listen and engage respectfullyWork independently or collaboratively under minimal supervisionFollow procedures and escalate appropriatelyHandle sensitive information with discretion and integrityPhysical & Environmental
Perform physical labor and withstand exertionWork in dangerous, high-stress, or extended deployments across the stateMaintain readiness for 24 / 7 law enforcement duties, including bearing firearmsOrganizational & Strategic
Plan, organize, and coordinate work assignmentsMaintain certification and professional standardsBRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES :
Incumbent of position is a member of DFS' Disaster Response Team and, in that capacity, may be required on short notice to perform duties and necessary attendant travel in support of disaster relief efforts.
The duties of this position require a constituted law enforcement officer subject to be on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The incumbent is required to bear firearms. The incumbent is required to maintain certification as a law enforcement officer pursuant to Chapter 943, Florida Statutes.
The Digital Forensic Examiner is a sworn law enforcement investigator position responsible for the collection, preservation, and forensic analysis of digital evidence in support of criminal and administrative investigations. The examiner will utilize specialized forensic hardware and software tools to acquire, process, and analyze digital media, while ensuring proper chain-of-custody and evidentiary standards. The examiner's findings will support investigative leads, case development, and courtroom testimony.
Digital Forensic Examiner Activities
Perform forensic imaging and analysis of computers, mobile devices, removable media, cloud storage, and other digital platforms.Recover and examine digital artifacts including emails, documents, internet history, messaging applications, geolocation data, metadata, and deleted files.Utilize forensic tools to extract and analyze data while maintaining strict chain-of-custody protocols to ensure evidentiary integrity.Prepare detailed forensic reports using both digital and traditional reporting methods, clearly documenting methodologies, findings, and conclusions.Provide expert testimony in court regarding forensic procedures and results, supporting legal proceedings with technical clarity.Collaborate with detectives, investigators, and prosecutors to identify and interpret digital evidence relevant to ongoing cases.Participate in search warrants, evidence collection, and on-scene digital triage operations as needed.Investigate crimes involving digital media, ensuring proper recovery and preservation of evidence from various devices.Continuously research and evaluate emerging forensic technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance investigative capabilities.Investigative Activities
Conduct extensive investigations. Responsibilities to include following up on leads, conducting interviews, executing search warrants, making arrests.Conduct follow-up latent investigations, interviewing witnesses and interrogation of suspects as appropriate in order to secure background information on suspect(s).Identify and arrest criminal suspects. Prepare and present information and evidence to the prosecuting attorney.Provide expert testimony at legal proceedings and assists in preparation of witnesses, victims, and evidence for use by the prosecution.Identifies, recruits, documents, and supervises confidential sources as per Division Policies and Procedures.Collects, seizes, protects, maintains, transports and documents evidence consistent with statutes, current case law, and Division Policies and Procedures.Displays sound surveillance techniques and undercover capabilities as needed.Provides investigative support to Division personnel and to other public safety entities.Applies diverse knowledge and research methods.Development of strategic and tactical intelligence.Monitors arrests, prosecutions, and forfeitures. Maintains liaison with Prosecutor.Conduct thorough background investigations into potential Department employees.Establish and maintain liaison with other entities.Performs disaster related duties as requested.Planning and Organizing
Provides complete and accurate collection of data / information, evaluation, and dissemination.Displays initiative and organizational skills in conducting investigative activities.Prepares and implements investigative plan.Focuses investigation on objectives necessary for prosecution and closure of cases.Displays creative planning and seeks innovative resolutions.Goals, objectives, and assignments are met efficiently and in a timely manner.Consistently allocates resources to maximize efficiency and successful case completion.Demonstrates fiscal responsibility and monitors expenditures.Develops case targets.Training
Participate in training and collaboration involving digital forensics best practices such as knowledge-sharing forums and networking.Performs other related duties as required.
THE INCUMBENT OF THIS POSITION IS CONSIDERED TO HAVE REGULATORY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IS SUBJECT TO THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 60L-32.
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and / or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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