Job Description:

Our client has an opportunity for a Security Vetting Support Officer to join them on an initial 12-month contract. 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.

Role: Security Vetting Support Officer
Location: Stevenage
Hours: Full Time - 2 days a week in the office, 3 days from home
Hourly Rate: £26.85 per hour via Umbrella - inside IR35
Clearance: BPSS required to start. Full SC will be completed thereafter

What you'll be doing:

• 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.
• In addition, you will be required to support the Personnel Security Manager in the successful implementation of the Vetting Strategy. Your role will be diverse and fast-paced as you support the department and business in achieving its objectives and reducing risk to the organisation.

Essential Requirements:

• Experience of HMG BPSS and UKSV vetting processes
• Strong IT Skills including Microsoft Office
• 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
• 'Can do' positive attitude for success
• Right to live and work in the UK without restrictions

Desirable Requirements:

• Security Vetting DISA Course
• 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

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately!

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