Personnel Security Specialist

TieTalent; Coventry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Personnel Security Specialist, where you'll safeguard people and infrastructure through effective leadership in National Security Vetting. This high-impact role requires a detail-oriented professional skilled in vetting and risk assessment, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure robust security practices. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to high standards of integrity and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and security-minded professional with a strong background in personnel security.
• Proven track record in personnel security and NSV processes.
• High level of discretion and commitment to handling sensitive data responsibly.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of National Security Vetting across Cadent.
• Work closely with HR and government departments to ensure personnel security compliance.
• Promote a positive security culture across the business.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Risk Assessment

Protective Security Knowledge

Education

Membership of a recognised security institution

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Cadent Gas Ltd

Protecting people, data and operation through expert personnel security leadership

As a Personnel Security Specialist at Cadent, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our people and infrastructure by leading the delivery of National Security Vetting (NSV) and personnel risk management across the business. This is a high-trust, high-impact role where your expertise in vetting, risk assessment, and protective security will directly support Cadent’s mission to protect the UK’s energy infrastructure.

You’ll work closely with HR, government departments, and internal stakeholders to ensure that our personnel security practices are robust, compliant, and aligned with national standards. You’ll also be a key voice in shaping our security culture and leading initiatives that protect our people and assets.

Why You'll Love This Role

Strategic Impact – Lead the delivery of NSV across Cadent, ensuring our workforce meets national security standards. Specialist Leadership – Be the subject matter expert on personnel security, vetting, and protective measures. Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work with HR, government agencies, and law enforcement to ensure a secure and compliant workforce. Security Culture Champion – Promote a positive and proactive security culture across the business. Professional Growth – Engage in continuous development and represent Cadent in national security forums. What you'll bring:

You are a detail-oriented and security-minded professional with a strong background in personnel security and vetting processes.

Qualifications & Experience – Membership of a recognised security institution (or willingness to work towards), with a proven track record in personnel security and NSV processes. Security Knowledge – Understanding of protective security principles, NSV standards, and data protection requirements. Analytical Skills – Ability to assess risk, interpret complex information, and produce clear, actionable reports. Communication Skills – Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. Professional Integrity – High level of discretion and commitment to handling sensitive data responsibly

Looking to make a difference in national infrastructure protection? Join Cadent as a Personnel Security Specialist and help us protect the people and systems that keep the nation running. Apply now to be part of a forward-thinking, security-led organisation.

Please note that this position will close on Thursday 12th June, with interviews scheduled to commence from Monday 16th June.

Disclaimer: While the closing date is set as mentioned, we reserve the right to close the application process earlier if necessary, depending on the unique circumstances of each role

Nice-to-have skills

• Analytical Skills
• Coventry, England
  
  

Work experience

• Cyber Security Specialist
• Security Analyst
  
  

Languages

• English

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Information Technology, and Management

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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