Security Administration Officer (contract)

Microsoft; Reading; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Microsoft in Reading is seeking a security administration professional for an onsite contract role through Allegis Global Solutions. You will handle BPSS/SC clearance processes, vetting administration, access control, visitor support, and general office duties within a secure government-related environment.

The successful candidate will have experience managing confidential records, working independently, and adhering to UK government security procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have lived in the UK continuously for the last 5 years.
• Must be eligible to obtain UK SC Clearance.
• Able to pass BPSS screening.
• Administrative experience in an office/business environment.
• Experience handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Process BPSS and SC clearance applications.
• Support the Personnel Security Controller with vetting administration.
• Maintain security-related records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with UK Government security procedures.
• Manage day-to-day access control and facility administration.
• Act as the first point of contact for facility users and visitors.
• Verify legitimate use of secure areas.
• Support classified meetings and secure engagements.
• Coordinate facility activities and requests.
• Provide office cover when security team members are unavailable.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent worker

Proactive

Self-motivated

Tools

Outlook

Teams

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions (AGS). If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.

Role Summary

This is an onsite security administration role supporting Microsoft's secure government/public sector facility in Reading. The person will handle security clearances, vetting administration, facility access management, visitor support, mailbox management, and general office administration within a secure environment. The hiring manager is looking for someone who is highly reliable, proactive, comfortable working independently, and able to manage ad-hoc tasks without constant supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Security & Vetting Administration

• Process BPSS and SC clearance applications
• Support the Personnel Security Controller with vetting administration
• Maintain security-related records and documentation
• Ensure compliance with UK Government security procedures

Secure Facility Operations

• Manage day-to-day access control and facility administration
• Act as the first point of contact for facility users and visitors
• Verify legitimate use of secure areas
• Support classified meetings and secure engagements

Administrative Support

• Manage and action security and vetting mailboxes
• Coordinate facility activities and requests
• Provide office cover when security team members are unavailable
• Maintain accurate records and reporting

Compliance & Audit Support

• Assist with internal security audits and inspections
• Ensure processes follow government security standards
• Support contractor visits and escort requirements

Eligibility

• Must have lived in the UK continuously for the last 5 years
• Must be eligible to obtain UK SC Clearance
• Able to pass BPSS screening

Experience

• Administrative experience in an office/business environment
• Experience managing multiple administrative tasks simultaneously
• Experience handling confidential information

Skills

• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Comfortable being the sole person covering certain office activities

Technology

• Working knowledge of:
  • Outlook
  • Teams
  • Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Previous security administration experience
• Vetting or clearance processing experience
• BPSS / SC administration exposure
• Knowledge of UK NationalVetting System
• Defence sector experience
• Government sector experience
• Local authority or public sector experience
• CRM or facilities administration experience
• Reception/front-of-house experience within secure environments

Ideal Range

• 1-5 years of administrative experience

Additional Details

• Location: Reading, England
• Duration: 10 months
• Shift Timings: Onsite (Monday-Friday from 9 am to 5 pm)
• Pay Range: £129/day to £145/day (PAYE)
• Weekly Schedule: 40 hours

Pay Rate Range

129 - 145 GBP daily

As a workplace, Allegis Global Solutions focuses on relationships – with each other, our clients and our candidates. In fact, serving others is one of our core values. We support open communication and recognize that giving constructive criticism can be even harder than receiving it. We appreciate the fearless and the passionate, who force us to be better. Everything we do sits on a pillar of diversity, equity and inclusion - diverse perspectives, backgrounds and ideas achieve innovation and make us successful.

Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.