Security Vetting Support Officer

Line Up Aviation; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Line Up Aviation is seeking a Security Vetting Support Officer for an initial 12-month contract. The role is hybrid, with 2 days in the office and 3 days from home, in Bolton or Stevenage. You will assist with security clearances, liaise with UKSV, and support the Vetting Strategy to reduce risk to the organisation.

The ideal candidate has BPSS/UKSV vetting experience, strong IT skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Salary is £26.85 per hour via Umbrella – inside IR35.

Qualifications

• Experience of HMG BPSS and UKSV vetting processes.
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; able to work under pressure and prioritise work.

Responsibilities

• Support Recruitment in obtaining security clearances and checks for all new employees.
• Manage 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 to meet deadlines.
• Assist the Personnel Security Manager in implementing the Vetting Strategy.

Skills

BPSS & UKSV

IT Skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritisation

Attention to detail

Vetting databases

Can do attitude

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client has an opportunity for a Security Vetting Support Officer to join them on an initial 12-month contract. 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.

Role: Security Vetting Support Officer

Location: Stevenage or Bolton

Hours: Full Time - 2 days a week in the office, 3 days from home

Hourly Rate: £26.85 per hour via Umbrella - inside IR35

Clearance: BPSS required to start. Full SC will be completed thereafter

What you'll be doing:

• 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.

Essential Requirements:

• Experience of HMG BPSS and UKSV vetting processes
• Strong IT Skills including Microsoft Office
• 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
• Right to live and work in the UK without restrictions

Desirable Requirements:

• Security Vetting DISA Course
• 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