Edinburgh, EH1 2YT ; Aldershot, GU11 2DN We are passionate about Smarter Working and believe that a combination of flexible working practices, digital technology and modern workspaces will give you the opportunity to enjoy a healthy work-life balance, while ensuing you deliver your outcomes effectively and efficiently – we expect you to know where to be to have the most impact, balancing your individual needs with that of your team and the organisation. However, recognising the benefits of face to face working, especially for new joiners, there is an expectation that you would be in the office at least 60% of the time (3 days a week). As part of this role extensive travel and overnight stays will be required. Job Summary The Ministry of Defence employs over 50,000 Civil Servants! Within that, the Army Top Level Budget (TLB) employs around 7,000 MOD Civil Servants located at over 300 locations. Ours is a diverse workforce, with roles ranging from trainers, human resources, teachers, and psychologists to storekeepers, financiers, project and programme managers, and policy secretariat staff. There are many different functions and professions delivering key outputs for the Army. Field Army provides professionally trained Land Force Elements (FEs) for operations, including wider support to the Joint Force. 2 Military Intelligence Battalion is the Field Army's formation that enables the delivery of security within the Firm Base to support the Army, its personnel and their dependants in the UK and overseas Garrisons. The Security Assurance team consists of Military and Civil Service personnel specialising in security assurance and security risk management. The position offers an exciting opportunity to lead and work within an evolving department that is fundamental to reducing the threat posed to the military's people and assets. This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. Job Description The Security Assurance Officer is the lead for security audits for all Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Associations (RFCA) establishments. The role will cover: Physical Security Personnel Security Information Security Document Security Security Risk Management Personal Electronic Devices (PED) Security Communication Security Data Protection As a Security Assurance Officer your main responsibilities will include: You will drive the implementation of MOD and Army Security Policy, conducting Protective Security Audits (PSAs) providing ad hoc advice and mentorship for all Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Associations (RFCA) establishments within Area of Responsibility when requested, and raising issues as required You will lead the compliance regime and governance framework for all areas of security, reporting on non-compliance/non-conformance for all Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Associations establishments within Area of Responsibility Deliver briefings on an adhoc basis and support the development of tailored Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Security training Provide guidance on compliance with the latest MOD/Army policies for all Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Associations (RFCA) establishments within Area of Responsibility Manage the demand for Protective Security Audits (PSAs) for all Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Associations (RFCA) establishments within Area of Responsibility Undertake other duties as appropriate to the grade and role as advised by the Line Manager There is a requirement for the post holder to travel and you must be prepared to travel extensively with overnight stays. Role The Security Assurance Officer is the lead for security audits for all Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Associations (RFCA) establishments. The role will cover: Physical Security Personnel Security Information Security Document Security Security Risk Management Personal Electronic Devices (PED) Security Communication Security Data Protection As a Security Assurance Officer your main responsibilities will include: You will drive the implementation of MOD and Army Security Policy, conducting Protective Security Audits (PSAs) providing ad hoc advice and mentorship for all Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Associations (RFCA) establishments within Area of Responsibility when requested, and raising issues as required You will lead the compliance regime and governance framework for all areas of security, reporting on non-compliance/non-conformance for all Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Associations establishments within Area of Responsibility Deliver briefings on an adhoc basis and support the development of tailored Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Security training Provide guidance on compliance with the latest MOD/Army policies for all Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Associations (RFCA) establishments within Area of Responsibility Manage the demand for Protective Security Audits (PSAs) for all Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Associations (RFCA) establishments within Area of Responsibility Undertake other duties as appropriate to the grade and role as advised by the Line Manager There is a requirement for the post holder to travel and you must be prepared to travel extensively with overnight stays. Person specification Essential Criteria Be able to demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and confidently with a broad range of people using a variety of styles (verbal and written) Be able to work independently, as well as part of a wider team Have keen attention to detail and proof-reading skills Be confident working across the O365 suite of applications Able to drive as extensive travel and overnight stays will be required Full UK driving licence due to travel requirements. Areas are not easily accessible by public transport Desirable Criteria Background in security Experience of working in a defence setting, ideally within the Protective Security area Licences UK Full Driving Licence Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Making Effective Decisions Delivering at Pace Managing a Quality Service Working Together We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Communicating and Influencing Making Effective Decisions Alongside your salary of £36,530, Ministry of Defence contributes £10,582 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. The Army prides itself on being a supportive employer and where possible encourages flexible working, helping you to maintain a great work/life balance. Other Benefits For Army Civil Servants Include 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years’ service Highly competitive pension scheme Personal and professional development of skills Alternative working patterns for many roles Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), a free service that assists you with achieving a productive, healthy environment that is conducive to a healthy lifestyle Enhanced parental and adoption leave 6 days special leave per year which can be used for volunteering activities Learning and Development We are passionate about Smarter Working and believe that a combination of flexible working practices, digital technology and modern workspaces will give you the opportunity to enjoy a healthy work-life balance, while ensuing you deliver your outcomes effectively and efficiently – we expect you to know where to be to have the most impact, balancing your individual needs with that of your team and the organisation. However, recognising the benefits of face to face working, especially for new joiners, there is an expectation that you would be in the office at least 60% of the time (3 days a week). As part of this role extensive travel and overnight stays will be required. We believe that everyone has the potential to make a difference and you will be supported to help you learn and advance in your career. This includes working towards membership of a professional body and/or undertaking a modern apprenticeship as part of your role. A modern apprenticeship is a combined package of work and training. Through the schemes available you will gain a professional qualification, practical experience, and the broader skills required to develop in your current role and pave the way for your future career. The post does not offer relocation expenses. External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period. Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed. Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts. Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/. The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments. MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey – We may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Policy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. Candidates will be required to provide CV details to include job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience. At sift, you will be assessed against your CV and the following behaviours: Communicating and influencing Making effective decisions At interview, you will be assessed against the following behaviours: Delivering at pace Managing a quality service Working together When choosing your Behaviour examples, please make sure you use real life scenarios that relate to your own experiences. Whilst technology may help to enhance your written submission, presenting the ideas of others or those generated by technology, could result in your application being rejected. Applications will be sifted using all elements listed above, but in the event of a high number of applications, a sift will be conducted on the lead behaviour only: Communicating and Influencing. Application sifting will be scheduled to take place within 7 days of the application closing date. Interview dates are to be confirmed but these will be held online via Microsoft Teams. We endeavour to keep to these time frames, but these are subject to change around business needs. The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk. As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (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 undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (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). This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job Contact Name : Fiona Shortell Email : Fiona.Shortell102@mod.gov.uk Recruitment team Email : DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk Further information Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application. If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint by writing to DBS at the following address: Defence Business Services, Scanning Hub, Room 6124, Tomlinson House, Norcross Lane, Blackpool, FY5 3WP. If after raising your complaint with DBS you remain dissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address: Civil Service commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ Or by email: info@csc.gov.uk.