Shape the Future of Digital Forensics!
Do you have a passion for digital forensics? Are you looking for a great career and rewarding future where you can make a difference in the lives of Ontarians? If so, then consider this exciting opportunity to join the Forensic Investigation Team where you will apply your skills in digital forensics to lead and participate in the conduct of digital forensic investigations including intake, planning, acquisition, analysis and reporting. In addition to providing digital forensics expertise and consultative advice to colleagues and clients.
About Us
The Ontario Internal Audit Division is dedicated to the provision of modern internal audit services. Modern internal auditing is an independent and objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organization's operations. It helps an organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.
Information management and information technology services include specialized audit, risk assessment and advisory services in information management and information technology projects including new systems under development, systems and information technology project management, information and infrastructure security and information technology operations.
Want to learn more? Join our upcoming information session! The hiring manager will be hosting a virtual session on June 25th. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the role, the team, and what it's like to work as a Digital Forensics Specialist. The session will be held on Microsoft Teams. To attend, please register using the Teams link provided below. the joining link will be available after registration.
Session Details:
- Click the following link to register:Information Session Registration
- Date & Time: Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
**Attendance at the session is optional and will have no impact on hiring decisions.
As a Digital Forensics Specialist, you will:
- Lead and conduct investigations into security incidents, fraud, and misuse of IT assets across the organization
- Provide expert advice and guidance on IT security, fraud prevention, and internal controls to stakeholders and client ministries
- Develop and implement forensic tools, techniques, and processes to identify and mitigate potential risks and fraudulent activity
- Analyze digital evidence, assess vulnerabilities, and recommend corrective actions to strengthen security and controls
- Collaborate with internal teams and law enforcement on sensitive investigations with potential legal implications
- Develop and maintain policies, standards, and best practices for IT fraud investigations and information security management
You can demonstrate:
- skills in conducting digital forensic investigations
- experience with digital forensic software, tools and techniques to acquire and analyze electronic data from computers, external media, networks, mobile data devices, and cloud environments
- knowledge of relevant law, rules of evidence and chain of custody best practices and processes
- the ability to use spreadsheet and database management software to consolidate, manage and analyze data
- knowledge and experience interpreting Internet browser cache, history data, and different operation systems' artifacts
- a sound understanding of related professional standards and security methodologies, tools and techniques
- knowledge of emerging I&IT trends, best practices and developments to provide input into the selection and use of forensic methodologies, techniques, products and tools
- knowledge of data analytics, data analytics tools, methodologies and techniques
You can demonstrate:
- professional skills and knowledge of investigative procedures and methodologies
- analytical and research skills to assess relevance of information
- the ability to exercise good judgment in order to identify, solve and escalate problems as required
- the ability to identify and take necessary, appropriate and timely action in response to complex and/or critical issues
- excellent time management skills to independently develop, plan and complete work
- the ability to work both independently and as part of a team while under pressure to meet conflicting and changing deadlines
You can demonstrate:
- strong written and oral communication skills to prepare and clearly articulate technically detailed investigative reports to senior management and non-technical audiences
- effective relationship building, communication, influencing, mediation and facilitation skills to nurture strong working relationships, work cooperatively with stakeholders, and provide technical advice and consultation
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
- diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
- accessibility
- Anti-Racism Policy
The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for 29 ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
- a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
- flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
- many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups
- base salary that aligns to market trends with scheduled salary progression
- tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
- a modern, friendly, and accessible physical work environment
- comprehensive group insurance plan covering basic life insurance, health, dental, vision care/hearing, and long term income protection
- defined benefit pension plan
