Security Vetting Officer

Job :

Location:

Greater London, United Kingdom | Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom | Bristol, United Kingdom | Yorkshire, United Kingdom | Cambridge, East of England, United Kingdom | Warrington, Cheshire, United Kingdom Department:
Health, Safety & Risk Management Business Unit: AUK UKWork Type:
On-site

Date Posted:
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role Description Due to continued growth within Arcadis Security, we are expanding our Vetting team and are looking for an organised and detail-oriented Vetting Officer to support National Security Vetting (NSV), clearance aftercare and Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) screening activities.

This is a predominantly administration-focused role, responsible for coordinating vetting processes, maintaining accurate records, handling sensitive information and supporting colleagues, candidates and client vetting teams through the clearance process. Working alongside experienced Security Managers, you will help ensure Arcadis has the right people, with the right level of clearance, to support critical client projects.

The role is ideally based from our Watford office, with hybrid working available. Due to the nature of the projects supported and associated security requirements, applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain UK National Security Vetting clearance.

Role accountabilities:

Act as a key point of contact for vetting enquiries from employees, managers, candidates and client vetting teams.

Administer National Security Vetting applications, transfers, shares, cancellations and clearance aftercare through the UKSV portal.

Assess eligibility for security clearance applications and identify where additional information is required.

Deliver BPSS screening, including new applications and client-led renewals.

Review applications and supporting documentation, identifying gaps and obtaining outstanding information from candidates.

Maintain accurate vetting records, databases and SharePoint sites.

Process and securely handle highly sensitive personal data in line with security requirements.

Manage the Arcadis Vetting shared mailbox and ensure timely responses to enquiries.

Identify and escalate complex cases, potential risks and eligibility concerns to the Personnel Security Manager.

Support compliance with UK legislation, GovS 007 and client security requirements.

Qualifications & Experience Experience in a vetting, screening, compliance, security administration or similar administrative role.

Knowledge of National Security Vetting (NSV) and/or BPSS processes.

Strong administrative and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail.

Experience handling confidential and sensitive information.

Excellent communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders at all levels.

Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management or vetting systems.

Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK National Security Vetting clearance.

Experience with in Defence, Government, Nuclear or Critical National Infrastructure environments would be advantageous.

Current SC clearance and knowledge of UKSV, DISA or NPSA personnel security guidance would be beneficial.

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