Job Title: Security Vetting Support Administrator (Contract) Rate: £20 per hour (Umbrella)
Location: Bolton
Contract Type: 12-month contract
Overview of the Department:
Join a dynamic and vital team at the forefront of security vetting. This crucial department is responsible for ensuring the integrity and security of our personnel, playing a key role in identifying and managing potential risks. As part of our highly motivated and progressive team, you will be the first line of defense in delivering security-cleared personnel and supporting the organization's overarching security objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Security Vetting Support Administrator, your role will be diverse, fast-paced, and instrumental in achieving our security goals. Your responsibilities will include:
Vetting Coordination: Supporting the Recruitment team in obtaining and managing security clearances and checks for all new employees.
Query Resolution: Managing confidential and complex vetting enquiries, serving as the primary point of contact for vetting issues and problems.
External Liaison: Liaising effectively with UKSV (United Kingdom Security Vetting) and other external agencies as required.
Platform Management: Utilizing external IT platforms to obtain, update, and manage security clearances efficiently.
Security Services Support: Providing comprehensive support to various areas within Security Services.
Project Leadership: Leading and driving departmental projects from inception to successful implementation, ensuring deadlines are met.
Strategy Implementation: Supporting the Personnel Security Manager in the successful execution of the Vetting Strategy, contributing to organizational risk reduction.
Skills and Experience Required:
Essential:
Proven experience with HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and UKSV vetting processes.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritize a varied workload to meet deadlines.
A professional and meticulous approach to tasks, with an outstanding eye for detail and accuracy.
Proficiency in using electronic Vetting Databases and multiple IT platforms.
A proactive "can-do" attitude, committed to achieving successful outcomes.
Desirable:
Experience and knowledge of the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and broader defence industry.
Relevant vetting and Personnel Security experience or a recognized qualification.
Awareness and knowledge of recruitment and onboarding processes within the defence industry.
Understanding of Personnel Security awareness for the ongoing aftercare and management of security-cleared staff.
Presentational experience for the delivery of training or briefings.
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