MOD Abbey Wood, Filton, Bristol, Avon BS34 8JH
Job Summary
At Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S), we supply and maintain vital equipment and services for the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force. Together, we deliver a vast range of essential defence programmes, and strive for what's next. Because it helps keep our military at the top of their game and our nation safe – for today, and tomorrow.
We offer 25+ days’ holiday, flexible and hybrid working, enhanced parental leave schemes, shopping discounts, and an exceptional employer pension contribution of 28.97%, to help make work work for you.
Nationality, visas and vetting: For security reasons this role is open to sole UK nationals only. A ‘sole UK national’ refers to an individual who holds citizenship solely in the UK, without dual citizenship or nationality from another country. We’re unable to offer visa sponsorship.
This role requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 10 years and obtain Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance. Clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you have been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining DV security clearance can be a lengthy process. If clearance isn’t obtained within 12 months, we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made.
Job Description
Ready to elevate your career? Step into a pivotal role with Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) at MOD Abbey Wood as an Information Assurance Analyst, where your expertise will help shape the future of secure communications and cryptographic services.
You’ll join a well-established team of security professionals dedicated to delivering and assuring secure infrastructure and systems. Your work will directly support internal customers in delivering secure programmes and operations for the Ministry of Defence – making your role both vital and rewarding.
As a key member of the team, your impact will be felt across the organisation. You’ll help embed innovative technologies, automate critical processes, and enhance data management practices. We’ll support you in bringing fresh ideas and technical expertise to help drive operational excellence.
This position requires a sharp eye for detail and a methodical approach to following policy and processes. When handling sensitive and classified information, precision isn’t just important, it’s essential to maintaining the highest standards of security and integrity.
Due to the nature of this role, it is fully on-site. However, working at MOD Abbey Wood comes with a host of excellent amenities to enhance your day-to-day experience. Enjoy convenient on-site parking, a full-service restaurant, and inviting coffee bistros perfect for a quick break or informal catch-up. For those who like to stay active, our impressive sports facilities include a fully equipped gym, a sports hall with bookable fitness classes, squash and tennis courts, and even a football pitch – offering plenty of ways to recharge and stay energised.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Maintain central asset management register for all items held within ABW Cryptographic Secure Area, covering several TLB’s (Top Level Budget) On behalf of the Head of Establishment
* Will act as Cryptographic Subject Matter Expert (SME) in assisting our customers in shaping and defining the requirements for cryptographic networks and equipment
* Lead Information Assurance reviews and audits internal and external with Industry Partners in line with JSP 490
* Review business processes, identify improvements, assess feasibility and recommend new approaches where appropriate and share in the community
* Identify and keep abreast of new trends in methodologies, technologies and service and analyse the role and impact of current and future technology on DE&S’ security requirements. This includes identifying all upcoming obsolete products
* Grow own technical and specialist knowledge and share this through active participation in the Information Assurance community
Ready to elevate your career? Step into a pivotal role with Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) at MOD Abbey Wood as an Information Assurance Analyst, where your expertise will help shape the future of secure communications and cryptographic services.
You’ll join a well-established team of security professionals dedicated to delivering and assuring secure infrastructure and systems. Your work will directly support internal customers in delivering secure programmes and operations for the Ministry of Defence – making your role both vital and rewarding.
As a key member of the team, your impact will be felt across the organisation. You’ll help embed innovative technologies, automate critical processes, and enhance data management practices. We’ll support you in bringing fresh ideas and technical expertise to help drive operational excellence.
This position requires a sharp eye for detail and a methodical approach to following policy and processes. When handling sensitive and classified information, precision isn’t just important, it’s essential to maintaining the highest standards of security and integrity.
Due to the nature of this role, it is fully on-site. However, working at MOD Abbey Wood comes with a host of excellent amenities to enhance your day-to-day experience. Enjoy convenient on-site parking, a full-service restaurant, and inviting coffee bistros perfect for a quick break or informal catch-up. For those who like to stay active, our impressive sports facilities include a fully equipped gym, a sports hall with bookable fitness classes, squash and tennis courts, and even a football pitch – offering plenty of ways to recharge and stay energised.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Maintain central asset management register for all items held within ABW Cryptographic Secure Area, covering several TLB’s (Top Level Budget) On behalf of the Head of Establishment
* Will act as Cryptographic Subject Matter Expert (SME) in assisting our customers in shaping and defining the requirements for cryptographic networks and equipment
* Lead Information Assurance reviews and audits internal and external with Industry Partners in line with JSP 490
* Review business processes, identify improvements, assess feasibility and recommend new approaches where appropriate and share in the community
* Identify and keep abreast of new trends in methodologies, technologies and service and analyse the role and impact of current and future technology on DE&S’ security requirements. This includes identifying all upcoming obsolete products
* Grow own technical and specialist knowledge and share this through active participation in the Information Assurance community
Person specification
To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:
* Experience in delivering tasks in line with policy and procedures
* Experience in a security role
In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:
* Information Assurance – Practitioner
* Change and Transformation- Awareness
* Delivering at Pace – CSBC 3
* Making Effective Decisions - CSBC 3
Alongside your salary of £36,800, Ministry of Defence contributes £10,660 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
* 25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday
* Flexible and hybrid working options
* Market-leading average employer pension contribution of 28.97%
* Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards
* Access to specialist training and funded qualifications
* Support for progression
* Huge range of discounts
* Volunteering days
* Enhanced parental leave schemes
Improving innovation and enriching our culture, diversity of thought is vital to our success. So whether you’re looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, bring your experiences and help deliver for the defence of tomorrow. Here you’ll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of - and if you need any assistance with your application, just let us know.
Further Information
* Candidate Information Pack: https://bit.ly/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack
* Terms and Conditions: https://bit.ly/DES-SDA-Terms-and-Conditions
Any personal data that you provide during the Recruitment process will be treated in accordance with the MOD Privacy Notice which can be accessed here.
Please note as a Disability Confident Leader we want to ensure you receive any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. If you do require any reasonable adjustments, you can let us know on your online application under the section ‘Please indicate and give details of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.
Selection process details
Your application will go through the following stages of assessment:
* Pre-sift - We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the essential criteria.
* Sift - Your CV will be assessed against the following categories, using a simple numerical scoring system: Key Achievements; Relevant Experience; Applied Knowledge and Skills. Please follow our guidance on CV writing for best chance of success.
* Interview - If you're invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the Sift categories listed above, as well as the Technical Competences and Behaviours listed in the Person Specification section of this advert.
If you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance you should contact department via email: DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk
If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Recruitment Complaints - Civil Service Commission
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Security
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Nationality requirements
Open to UK nationals only.
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).
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Contact point for applicants
Job Contact :
* Name : Christos Nakoutsis- DE&S Talent Acquisition Specialist
* Email : christos.nakoutsis100@mod.gov.uk
Recruitment team
* Email : christos.nakoutsis100@mod.gov.uk
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