Overview
This is a fundamental role within the Security Department, focused on providing administrative support to the Security Intelligence Department and assisting the Head of Security in delivering an effective intelligence system within the establishment. This is a non-operational job with no line management responsibilities. The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties as part of a team, ensuring administrative systems are maintained effectively and efficiently within specified timescales.
Responsibilities
* Analyse and evaluate intelligence information to support and inform decision making in the prevention of security breaches and management of incidents. Where required, undertake further analysis on Security Incidents Reports (SIRs) that require it
* Produce a monthly Intelligence Report and disseminate it as required within the establishment, collating feedback, before presenting the report at the monthly Security meeting
* Regularly update line management regarding local security issues and any intelligence received
* Ensure the security intelligence system is updated, maintained, used appropriately and staff are trained in its use as required
* Check security information received, determine level of importance and recommend responses and solutions
* Deliver in-house training in intelligence-related procedures, including induction training for new starters and ongoing training to reinforce security protocols
* Liaise with other establishments, Law Enforcement groups and external agencies to disseminate intelligence and SIR information in line with local and national policies to maintain safety and security
* Provide advice and guidance to the Security Manager on current trends and issues, including identifying and monitoring targets under local supply reduction and extremism policies
* Monitor prisoner communications in line with relevant local/national policies, audit standards, LSS and IPCO requirements
* Act as point of contact for Violent and Sex Offender Register (ViSOR) issues in the security department
* Liaise with external stakeholders regarding Counter Terrorism and Extremism
* Brief and liaise with residential units regarding covert testing
* Arrange meetings, including preparation of paperwork, minutes and action points
Additional Information
The duties described are current but not exhaustive; reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level may be required. Discussions will take place with the job holder if significant adjustments are needed.
Working Arrangements & Further Information
The MoJ offers Hybrid Working arrangements where business needs allow. This role can involve working from base location, different MoJ sites and/or from home, and is UK-based (not overseas). Arrangements will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate and are subject to regular review. Nationally advertised roles will appoint to a MoJ office location (nearest Justice Collaboration Centre or Justice Satellite Office). Pre-employment checks will determine final location.
Standard full-time hours are 37 per week, excluding unpaid breaks. HMPPS supports flexible working patterns where feasible. If you are a current NPS employee, the vacancy may be available on a loan basis for up to 2 years, subject to Business Unit approval.
Applications may be subject to a sift based on lead behaviours (Managing a Quality Service). If a large number of applications remain after the initial sift, a full sift will consider all behaviours. Interview stage assessments and dates are provided in the recruitment materials.
Behaviour indicators include: Managing a Quality Service, Working Together, Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Changing and Improving. Strengths may be assessed but are not shared in advance. Use of Artificial Intelligence in application materials must be truthful and accurate; plagiarism includes ideas or content generated by AI.
Level of security checks: DBS Enhanced.
Other information includes annual leave entitlement, bank/public/privilege holidays, pension options, work-life balance and training opportunities. All candidates are subject to security and identity checks, and probation periods apply for external candidates. A Disability Confident employer, MoJ offers adjustments during recruitment and workplace processes.
For more details about Civil Service diversity and inclusion, veterans’ initiatives, redeployment opportunities, and related policies, see the Civil Service and MoJ resources linked in the original job materials.
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