Digital footprints rarely disappear; you just need to know how to read them. The State Police is looking for professionals who can.
The 3rd Unit of the Cybercrime Enforcement Department of the State Police works daily with digital forensics, open-source intelligence (OSINT), and analysis. We identify digital traces and patterns that allow us to solve and prevent serious and especially grave crimes. This role requires precision, analytical thinking, and the ability to discern patterns within the digital environment.
Our team doesn’t just analyze data; we also program and develop specialized tools to automate processes and ensure high-quality investigations. Here, technical skills are put into practice, solving real-world challenges with a direct impact on public safety.
The unit is looking for individuals with an interest in technology, data analysis, and cybersecurity, who can work independently, think critically, and pay close attention to detail. Working with us offers opportunities for professional growth, training, and gaining experience in a specialized environment. This is an opportunity to use and develop your skills in a career that is vital to strengthening National Internal Security.
If you know your place is where technology meets security, we invite you to join the 3rd Unit of the State Police Cybercrime Enforcement Department.
For more information regarding available vacancies, please contact us at: kiap3@vp.gov.lv. Please send your application (CV and cover letter) to the same email address.
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This video was produced within the framework of project No. VP/IDF/2024/7, "Establishment of a Digital Forensics Data Processing Platform in the State Police," implemented under the EU Internal Security Fund for the 2021–2027 planning period. The lead authority in Latvia is the Ministry of the Interior. The implementation period is from 12.03.2025 to 28.02.2026.
Project Objective: To increase efficiency in the fight against cybercrime and serious and especially grave crimes related to cybercrime.
To more effectively combat cybercrime and related offenses involving information technology advancements, it is essential to develop IT infrastructure. This includes technical equipment aligned with modern technological solutions and capabilities, incorporating future development trends and growth opportunities, as well as continuously enhancing personnel qualifications.
Key activities planned within the project:
Purchase of computer hardware, specialized equipment, and software;
Acquisition of server systems, network devices, and network storage arrays;
Establishment of a digital forensics data processing platform;
Upskilling of personnel through specialized training courses;
Organization of a regional seminar on cybercrime enforcement and prevention.
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