Vetting Manager

A leading technology company are seeking a Vetting Manager to join their team in Reading for a 8 month contract.

The Vetting Manager will be the first point of contact with respect to enquires about existing Security Clearances, processing new Security clearances and clearance transfers.

The Vetting Administrator performs Baseline Security Vetting and assists with the Government Security clearance process and annual security appraisals. They will also be responsible for carrying out Security Training, Travel Security Briefings and will also act as the Deputy Security Controller when required(Depends on individual skills).

You will be confident and trustworthy and not be averse to working in a quiet environment. You will have an in-depth understanding of National Security Personnel Vetting.

Duties:

• This role involves the management of the day-to-day aspects of Security clearances, handling classified information and maintaining the List X facility. The key areas of responsibility are as follows:
• Perform baseline clearances and assist with Security Clearances ensuring all administrative aspects are carried out according to SPF and UK Government guidelines.
• Administer annual appraisals(SAF) of all national security cleared staff.
• Management of the List X facility, provision of access to the facility via the Access control system, bookings, meeting preparation.
• Keeps abreast of Government vetting policies and best practices and recommends to the Services Security Controller changes to Vetting Policy and Processes as required.
• Maintains the List X Vetting Policy, associated processes and forms, and internal Vetting Office work instructions.
• Provides monthly metrics to the Services Security Controller to form the basis of a monthly List x report and ensure the vetting function is resourced appropriately.
• Attend monthly reviews for the Security Controller to check workload, compliance, feedback determine training requirements and ensure best practice.
• Research security issues and providing security advice to staff, Contractors and Customers with respect to Security Clearances and classified data handling.
• Administrate the creation of NSVS accounts for staff undergoing vetting.
• Carry out security training sessions on a rotational basis.
• Maintain data quality and update Security Database detailing all current clearance information.
• Vetting Reports as required.

Essential Skills

• In depth understanding of National Security Personnel Vetting.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office (outlook for meetings, p/point, excel and word).
• Knowledge of the Defence Sector, Central and Local Government useful but not essential.
• Good communication skills.
• Experience with customer interaction in the Defence Sector, Central and Local Government, business and security requirements.

Personal Attributes

• A flexible, self-motivated, honest, punctual and goal oriented approach
• Highly focussed on compliance to mandated processes ensuring adherence at all levels with good attention to detail.
• Good communication skills at all levels
• Integrity in all business and security dealings.
• Highly focussed on good Customer Experience in providing an excellent service to internal and external customers

If you feel you fit the above criteria, please apply today.

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