Vetting Officer
World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit a Vetting Officer on an initial 12-month contract. The role will be 2 days onsite and 3 days from home.
Rate: £20.00 per hour
Location: Stevenage
Hybrid / Remote working: 2 days per week onsite
Contract: 37 Hours per week
Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at 'time and a quarter'
Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)
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.
Responsibilities
* 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.
* Support the Personnel Security Manager in the successful implementation of the Vetting Strategy.
Skillset / Experience
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
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
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