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Financial Crime Data Analysis Expertise Takes Center Stage in Ireland

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A new era in financial crime data analysis has dawned on Ireland as the Garda Síochána Analysis Service (GSAS) embarks on a significant expansion program. The GSAS, established in 2007, is the national, operational support service responsible for turning internal and externally sourced data into actionable information and insights that directly support investigations and management decisions.

Expertise and Operations

The GSAS boasts a team of analysts who are embedded within investigation teams across the crime, policing, and intelligence spectrum. These experts work closely with regional and specialist units, including the Garda National Crime & Security Intelligence Service (GNCSIS) and Organised and Serious Crime (OSC), to provide critical support in high-profile investigations.

Expansion and Recruitment

The GSAS is set to expand its operations, driven by recommendations from the Report of the Commission on the Future of Policing in Ireland (2018) and A Policing Service for the Future (APSFF). The service aims to recruit additional staff at various grades to support information-led policing across all divisions, as well as national and specialist units.

Analyst Roles

The GSAS offers a range of analyst roles, each with its unique set of responsibilities:

  • OSC Crime Analysts: Support teams within the Organised and Serious Crime region by conducting network analysis, content analysis, and mapping.
  • Regional Analysts: Provide regular reporting to managers to inform decision-making, support operational policing through trend analysis, and contribute to complex investigations.
  • Strategic Analysts: Produce detailed reports on national importance topics, provide periodic reporting for senior management, and respond to parliamentary questions and media queries.
  • Intelligence Analysts: Analyze intelligence from various sources to understand and prevent threats, prepare briefing materials for senior leadership, and inform decision-making.
  • Roads Policing Analysts: Support the Garda National Roads Policing Bureau by providing evidence-based support for operations, reviewing performance targets, and identifying trends.
  • Data Scientists: Extract insights using cutting-edge big data, spatial analysis, and business intelligence platforms to inform preventative crime strategies.

Diversity and Job Satisfaction

The GSAS is proud of its diverse team, comprising individuals from various backgrounds. According to Senior Analysts, the role offers a unique opportunity to draw on their skills and expertise to aid in investigations and strategy formulation. Job satisfaction is also a key aspect of working with the GSAS, as analysts find their roles varied and fulfilling.

Research Support

The Garda Research Unit (GRU) is another vital component of the GSAS, established in 1994 to conduct police-related research and support research by others. The unit is staffed by two researchers, with plans to expand capacity in the future.

Joining the Team

If you’re interested in joining the GSAS team, all recruitment is done through specialist competitions followed by a bespoke induction program. The service offers a unique opportunity to work with diverse data and information, as well as high job satisfaction in making a contribution to operational policing. Open competitions are held periodically and advertised on PublicJobs.ie.

Conclusion

With its expanded operations and diverse range of analyst roles, the GSAS is poised to take center stage in Ireland’s fight against financial crime.