Computer Forensic Investigator

**The Opportunity** The ** Tax Compliance and Benefits Division** is seeking an individual with a strong background in computers, networks and/or IT security and the ability to provide digital forensics, open source intelligence (OSINT) and computer expertise on an enterprise wide basis to lead and conduct investigations, reviews of sensitive, contentious situations, potential risks or allegations of offences against all provincial and federal statutes investigated by OPS ministries and agencies. **OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism**: We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace. Visit the **OPS Anti-Racism Policy** and the **OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint** pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service. We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's **Human Rights Code**. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation. **What can I expect to do in this role?**: You will: - plan, lead and conduct forensic data recovery investigations, and search and seizure actions - collect, evaluate and analyze data - assess, interpret and report findings - assist in the drafting of affidavits and execution of search warrants - provide testimony as a witness at trial and participate in the prosecution of violators - research legislation and case law - participate in joint forces investigations and assist in the development of training programs PLEASE NOTE: This position requires province-wide travel **How do I qualify?**: **Technical Skills and Knowledge**: - You have strong knowledge of mobile communication devices, computer hardware, software, business EDP systems, local area networks and network server architecture - You have expert knowledge of computer forensic investigative processes/techniques/methodology, and forensic analysis software and tools normally gained through successful completion of an Information Technology degree or diploma (e.g. specializing in computer science) from a recognized university/college plus COMPTIA A+ certification, or equivalent work experience - You have knowledge of judicial process, rules of evidence, court procedures and related legislation **Analytical and Planning Skills**: - You have well-developed analytical and problem solving skills to assess contraventions, and to gather and analyze evidence - You have planning and organizational skills to develop investigative strategies - You have sound judgement and ability to work under mínimal supervision - You have analytical skills and the ability to interpret tax legislation, related regulations, policies, procedures and practices **Communication Skills**: - You have communication and interpersonal skills to prepare investigative reports with detailed findings/recommendations, and to draft strategies, policies, standards, templates and related technical materials **About us** The Office of Tax, Benefits and Local Finance (TBLF) develops the policy and legislative framework for Ontario's taxation and benefits systems; supports ministries to analyze and design income-testing; administers Ontario tax statutes, revenue programs and a number of benefit programs; maintains the integrity of Ontario's tax system; and manages the province's fiscal relationship with municipalities. The Office of Tax, and Benefits and Local Finance, delivers these priorities through four divisions: - Provincial Local Finance Division - Strategy, Stewardship and Program Policy Division - Tax Compliance and Benefits Division - Tax Policy Division **What we do** The Compliance Branch, within the Tax Compliance and Benefits Division is responsible for: - Providing strategic and operational leadership in a wide range of audit, review and general enforcement functions to ensure compliance with tax statutes and benefits administered by the Ministry of Finance - Tobacco investigations and inspections, raw leaf tobacco issues, investigating leads from various sources, fuel inspections - Forensic accounting, forensic data recovery and inspections activities for various tax statutes - Optimizing voluntary compliance using risk assessment methods to strengthen audit and inspection enforcement activities - Overseeing the administrative support functions in the regional offices - Coordinating the financial planning, management tracking/reporting processes, in support of the branch's business **Additional Information**: **Address**: - 1 Permanent, 33 King St W, Oshawa, Central Region, Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (Fingerprint Based), Canadian Border Services Check, Credit History Check, Driver's License History, Intelligence, Local Police D