Security Vetting Officer - Hybrid/Remote

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 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.