Army Security Administrator

Ministry of Defence; Rushmoor; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in the UK is seeking an administrative support officer to assist in security management operations. Responsibilities include attending security meetings, managing risk assessments, and providing IT support. Strong communication skills and security management knowledge are essential. Remote working arrangements can be discussed at the interview stage.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing administrative support.
• Knowledge of security management principles.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide admin support and deputise for the Security HEO.
• Attend unit/police security meetings.
• Manage distribution of operational summaries and announcements.
• Collate and manage security risk management programme.

Job description

Overview

Main responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities

• Provide admin support and deputise for the Security Higher Executive Officer (HEO) in the provision of administration and physical security support to ensure efficient management of the security arrangements and facilities for all units in the HQSE Area of Responsibility (AoR).
• Attend unit/police security meetings within the AoR or in the absence of the Security HEO, to assist in the coordination and writing of security orders for major events within the HQSE AoR as required.
• Manage distribution of operational Summaries, announcements and guidance to JMC and units. Assist in the delivery of the annual security risk management programme.
• Collate, assist and be instrumental in the management of the annual security risk management programme and board. Maintain the work programme for the protective security cycle (PSC) and Security Risk Management (SRM) process.
• Provide input into new builds in line with the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) and Defence Standards for security matters.
• Point of contact for IT issues involving Information Management (IM).
• Supervise updating of the Focal Points System (FPS) and periodically check contact details.
• Responsible for vetting records and HQSE vetting register.
• Lead on Security Training requirements.
• Manage Countries to which Special Security Regulations Apply (CSSRA) visit applications.
• Manage Public Military Event / Weapon movement applications and Unit armoury sealing requests as required.
• Perform any other tasks commensurate with the role and grade as directed.

Working arrangements

Remote working within this role is something that can be discussed at interview stages or with your future line manager if you are found successful.