junior OSINT-specialist

What are you going to do?

You will make a social contribution and make the Netherlands safer. Due to the increasing digitalization of society, life is increasingly taking place online. Crime is also increasingly being given a digital stamp. We see that digital traces are left behind in almost all crimes.

As a junior OSINT specialist, you are affiliated with a district of the Hague Unit, in your case Leiden-Bollenstreek. Each district consists of several basic teams, a district investigation department and a flex team. You use your knowledge of various public techniques to support basic police work on the street, the investigation and the (digital) specialists within your district. With your knowledge, you are able to find and secure relevant internet data. You have sufficient knowledge in the field of internet protocols and can apply this knowledge. Your focus is on recognizing, collecting, interpreting and analyzing online information. You also have knowledge of the current online forums used by our target group or you want to delve into this. On these online forums, you try to find relevant information for the district with smart search strategies and make it available to your police colleagues. For this purpose, you use various social media and other internet tools and sources. You are able to link online information to geographical data. In consultation with your police colleagues in your district, you respond to the information found and you record your findings in clear reports or official reports.

During your work, you do not lose sight of the intelligence and/or investigative interest and you take into account the legal framework within which the tasks are performed. In a rapidly digitalizing world, it is important that you always use new developments, working methods, procedures, methods and techniques. You work intensively with the police colleagues from your district and provide advice for the implementation practice. In addition, you actively seek connections with other OSINT specialists within Unit The Hague. You are also responsible for transferring knowledge about OSINT within the entire district. You do this in collaboration with colleagues from the various teams of the district who are already working in the digital field. In this way, you contribute to the further development of the police task on the internet.

More information about open source intelligence can be found on the campaign page .  

Where are you going to work?

The Hague Unit is, with 7 districts consisting of a total of 28 basic teams, a large unit and has a lot of diversity between the various districts. Of course there is the city of The Hague which, in addition to the usual hustle and bustle of a large city, is known for its many embassies and of course the Binnenhof. But in addition to The Hague, our unit knows more cities such as Leiden, Delft, Gouda and Zoetermeer. The unit also includes the Bollenstreek, with the internationally known Keukenhof. In addition, the unit has a large coastal area and a lot of agriculture and horticulture takes place there. So a lot happens in the Hague Unit.

Who are you?

You are curious, creative and research-oriented. You can distil relevant information from extensive digital information sources. You look at investigation questions with a broad perspective. You signal and use opportunities, are alert to patterns and developments and know how to make connections. You can record and present facts clearly and in a structured manner. You easily distinguish between main and secondary issues and act and communicate tactfully. You are also discreet and can deal with confidential information. You are motivated to contribute to the further development of online police work and online investigation. In addition, we ask:

• MBO 4 work and thinking level * , preferably an education in the direction of IT, social media and/or cybercrime;
• a BOA diploma (or the willingness to obtain one);
• demonstrable experience with, knowledge of and/or affinity with open sources and internet research and techniques;
• a driving license B;
• knowledge of the English language in speech and writing.

What we offer

The location for this position is Leiden. There is room for 1 fte. This is a temporary employment contract of 2 years for 36 hours per week. We offer extensive development opportunities and an attractive package of employment conditions. Think of:

• a gross monthly salary of at least € 3,052 and a maximum of € 4,735 (scale 8 Bbp) based on a 36-hour working week;
• an Individual Choice Budget (IKB) that consists of two parts:
  • A gross part of 17.86% of your salary. With this budget you can compose a part of your employment conditions yourself. For example, think of paying out your budget, buying vacation hours or development activities such as training.
  • A net share of €377 per year. This budget can be used for sustainability goals, union dues and vitality.
• good pension scheme and paid parental leave ( more information about leave, schemes and options ).

The formal function within the police function structure is senior intake & service .

Interested?

Email Wies de Gooijer ( wies.de.gooijer@politie.nl ) if you want more information about the position. For questions about the application procedure, email recruiter Jay Khan ( jay.khan@politie.nl ).

Please apply no later than March 9 via the application button.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.

What else is important

• A security screening is part of the selection procedure.
• You have Dutch nationality (this may also be your second nationality).
• The police focuses on innovation and cultural differences within teams. Diversely composed teams perform better. That is why we work hard on an open and safe culture in which diverse talent can flourish.

* You have a diploma at MBO 4 level or you are equivalent to this via EVC. Or you have at least two years of demonstrable experience at the required work and thinking level. You must demonstrate this with your CV and an official job description or other document showing that the function performed is at the required level.

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