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Vetting Officer
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL1 1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-17
Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL1 1, England, UK
Listing for:
Certain Advantage
Full Time, Part Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Contract, Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-02-17
Job specializations:
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Security
Cybersecurity
Job Description & How to Apply Below
World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit a Vetting Officer on an initial 12-month contract. The role will be 2 days onsite and 3 days from home.Job Title: Vetting OfficerRate: £20.00 per hourLocation: StevenageHybrid / Remote working: 2 days per week onsiteContract: 37 Hours per weekOvertime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at 'time and a quarter'Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)Job Description:An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the dynamic and vibrant environment of security vetting.
This is a crucial area of the business which supports the delivery of security cleared personnel. 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.Responsibilities:
- 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.
- Experience of HMG BPSS and UKSV vetting processes
- 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
- 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
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