Senior Security Administrator

MBDA; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 28,800 - 35,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to £2,500 company bonus

Pension: up to 14% total

Overtime: paid

Flexi Leave: up to 15 days

Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Site facilities: subsidised meals, car

Healthcare Cash Plan

Job summary

MBDA is seeking a Senior Security professional to help foster a strong security culture and ensure compliant handling of classified information. This full-time, hybrid role is based in the UK and requires British citizenship with BPSS checks.

You will coordinate document control, assist with government guidelines, and support bid deliveries while meeting deadlines. The position offers a competitive salary around £32,000 with benefits and the possibility of overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience in UK Defence/Government setting preferred.
• Knowledge of MoD rules for handling classified documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Clear communication and strong teamwork.
• Proactive, able to take initiative and responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and support to the business on government guidelines regarding all aspects of classified documentation security.
• Process internal and external movements of classified material within the UK and Overseas in accordance with HMG regulations.
• Support the business meet key deadlines such as bid deliveries and payment milestones.
• Maintain accurate records of documentation using the Security Information Management System.
• Conducting essential document mustering activities including spot-checks and investigations.
• Maintain accurate statistics.
• Provide support to the Programme Support Office Manager and other security activities as required.
• Travel to other sites will be required.

Skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

Documentation control

Team player

Defence sector knowledge

Tools

MS Access

SharePoint

Job description

As part of the Senior Security Team you will be contributing to developing and promoting a strong, positive security culture throughout the business.

Salary: Circa £32,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: This is a full-time office‑based role due to the nature of the work load.

Security Clearance: British Citizen.

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more...
• Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more

The opportunity:

There is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic, diverse and forward‑thinking team within the Security Services sector of the business which is responsible for the effective provision of classified document control. Operating within the HMG Governance and procedural guidelines for classified material, the role requires a strong focus on providing a secure, effective and efficient service that includes ensuring compliance to defined standards and processes, which also reaches into other strands of security.

Your Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide advice and support to the business on current company and Government guidelines regarding all aspects of classified documentation security, control and management.
• Process internal and external movements of classified material within the UK and Overseas in accordance with HMG regulations.
• Support the business meet key deadlines such as bid deliveries and payment milestones. This requires the role holder to maintain flexibility and on occasions may require working additional hours.
• Maintain accurate records of documentation using the Security Information Management System.
• Conducting essential document mustering activities including spot‑checks and investigations.
• Maintain accurate statistics.
• Provide support to the Programme Support Office Manager and other security activities as required.
• Travel to other sites will be required, from time to time.

What we're looking for from you:

• Experience, skills and/or qualifications for working within a UK Defence/Government setting is preferred; training will be provided.
• Knowledge/understanding of MoD and company rules for processing and handling of classified documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail, able to work well under pressure, strong competence in MS Office and experience in using databases.
• You are able to meet deadlines without compromising on quality and always following process.
• You are passionate about high quality customer service and are able to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively.
• You are a team player who’s resilient and adaptable to change. Able to use your initiative and willing to step up and take responsibility in the absence of senior team members.

Our company:

Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.