Security Vetting Lead — Site Clearance & Compliance

Momentum Security Recruitment; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Momentum Security Recruitment is seeking a Security Controller / Vetting Officer (Defence) for a site-based role in Luton. You will manage site vetting and clearances, coordinating with UKSV standards while supporting security projects and contractor management.

The ideal candidate has strong vetting experience, a proactive approach, and solid IT skills to administer processes and ensure compliance with UK Government Security requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in security vetting / background screening.
• Good understanding of UKSV processes and procedures.
• Strong administrative and IT skills.
• Ability to achieve SC clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the security vetting and clearances for the site.
• Deliver site clearances to UKSV standards.
• Coordinate delivery of special projects.
• Help maintain security culture in line with Government frameworks.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with Government security policies.
• Maintain security procedures and policies.
• Ensure SLAs and KPIs are met and exceeded.

Skills

Security vetting

Background screening

Administration

IT skills

Stakeholder liaison

Job description

Momentum Security Recruitment is seeking a Security Controller / Vetting Officer (Defence) for a site-based role in Luton. You will manage site vetting and clearances, coordinating with UKSV standards while supporting security projects and contractor management.

The ideal candidate has strong vetting experience, a proactive approach, and solid IT skills to administer processes and ensure compliance with UK Government Security requirements.