Cybercrime Training Competency Framework

These professionals deal directly with cyber investigators and experts. They should take informed decisions in cybercrime cases or in other complex investigations involving cybercrime elements. Their role is to coordinate staff, allocate resources and prioritise policing activities. They should have a detailed overview of the capacity, capabilities and needs of the unit and provide it with the relevant training and tools that enable or facilitate investigation and examination of the evidence. Another function is to represent the unit when dealing with external stakeholders.

At least a minimum of hands-on practical experience to evaluate operational and strategic activities is recommended and so is the ability to communicate effectively with their staff and external experts. Knowledge of the English language is crucial for contributions and effective relationship management in the international environment involving stakeholders from different jurisdictions and organisations such as CEPOL, Eurojust or Europol.