Security Vetting Support Officer

Job summary

Our client, a leading defence company, are looking for Security Vetting Support Officers to join their team.

Key skills required for this role

Security Vetting, BPSS, UKSV

Important

Security Vetting Support Officer

Job description

Location: Stevenage (2 days per week onsite)

Duration: 12 month contract

Rate: £25.32ph UMB (Inside IR35)

Role details:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within a dynamic and vibrant environment of security vetting. This is a crucial area of the business which supports the delivery of security cleared personnel. You will be part of a highly motivated and progressive team who are the first layer of security in ensuring any personnel risks are identified and managed.

Responsibilities include:

• Support Recruitment in obtaining security clearances and checks for all new employees.
• Supporting with the management of confidential and complex vetting enquiries.
• Be point of contact for vetting issues/problems.
• Liaise with UKSV and other external agencies when appropriate.
• Work with external IT platform to obtain and update security clearances.
• Provide support to areas of Security Services.
• Lead on departmental projects for successful implementation to meet deadlines.
• Support the Personnel Security Manager in the successful implementation of the Vetting Strategy.

Your role will be diverse and fast-paced as you support the department and business in achieving its objectives and reducing risk to the organisation.

What we're looking for from you:

• Experience of HMG BPSS and UKSV vetting processes
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Able to work under pressure and prioritise work as required
• Professional meticulous approach, with a keen eye for detail
• Experienced on the use of electronic Vetting Databases and multi IT platforms
• 'Can do' positive attitude for success

Desirable skills:

• Experience and knowledge of MOD and defence industry
• Relevant vetting and Personnel Security experience or qualification
• Awareness and knowledge of recruitment and on boarding processes for defence industry
• Personnel Security awareness for the ongoing aftercare of security cleared staff
• Presentational experience for the delivery of training

Apply today via the link provided!