Security Vetting Officer
Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-26
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Security
Information Security & Data Protection, Cybersecurity
World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Security Vetting Officer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.
Rate: £26.85 per hour
Overtime Rate:
Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’
Location:
Stevenage or Bolton (depending on your preference)
Hybrid / Remote working:
The role will be a hybrid role of 2 days per week onsite and the rest working from home.
Contract:
37 Hours per week. Monday to Thursday 08:30-17:00, Friday 08:30 to 14:00 Week A, Friday 08:30 to 16:00 Week B
Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)
IR35 status:
Inside IR35 (Umbrella)
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.
- 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:
- 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
- 'Can do' positive attitude for success
- 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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