Security Vetting Officer

Tatton Recruitment; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 70,258,000 - 72,324,000; Full time

Job summary

World Class Defence Organisation is recruiting a Security Vetting Officer subcontractor on an initial 12-month contract. The role is hybrid, with 2 days onsite and rest remote, located in Stevenage or Bolton depending on preference.

The rate is £26.85 per hour, with overtime at time and a quarter for hours over 37 per week. The role supports recruitment in obtaining security clearances, manages vetting enquiries, and acts as the main contact for vetting issues.

Qualifications

• Experience with HMG BPSS and UKSV vetting processes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks.
• Professional, meticulous approach with keen attention to detail.
• Experience with electronic Vetting Databases and multiple IT platforms.
• Positive, proactive attitude for success.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Vetting processes

Interpersonal skills

Under pressure

Attention to detail

Vetting databases

Can-do attitude

MOD/defence knowledge

Personnel Security experience

Onboarding in defence

Training delivery

Job description

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Security Vetting Officer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.

Rate: £26.85 per hour

Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’

Location: Stevenage or Bolton (depending on your preference)

Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be a hybrid role of 2 days per week onsite and the rest working from home.

Contract: 37 Hours per week. Monday to Thursday 08:30-17:00, Friday 08:30 to 14:00 Week A, Friday 08:30 to 16:00 Week B

Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)

IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)

Security Vetting Officer Job Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the 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.

• 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.
• In addition, you will be required to 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.

Skillset/experience required:

Essential:

• 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:

• 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