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Job summary
His Majesty’s Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP) has been an integral part of the city since 1194. It is home to almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy’s surface ships, including the new aircraft carriers HMS Queen Elizabeth; HMS Prince of Wales; the formidable Type 45 destroyers; Type 23 frigates; and mine countermeasures and fishery protection squadrons.
The base is a major employer and provides lodging facilities to RN personnel serving at the base and in Portsmouth-based ships.
HMNBP is one of three naval bases providing enabling support as part of the nation’s defence strategy. In doing so, HMNBP seeks to improve through science and technology to strengthen its security and defence at home and overseas. This requires continuous improvements in building capacity, capability and resilience through its people. It is the home base for assigned ships and ship’s companies preparing for operations. A key component of achieving this support is the ability to deliver the full range of increasingly sophisticated engineering support services. The unique employment opportunities offered are varied, challenging and exciting and support Navy Command’s role to generate and operate forces for today and to ensure we are ready for tomorrow by developing and delivering the Navy of the future. Navy Command provides an open, flexible and supportive work environment and Civil Servants, Contractors and Armed Forces personnel work together in a wealth of interesting and challenging jobs in different disciplines.
The Head of Security (Hd Sy) is directly accountable to COB for all aspects of Naval Base security and counter terrorism planning to meet specific and clearly identified threats and to cater for less immediate but more generic threats. Hd Sy’s geographic area of responsibility covers HMS NELSON, HM Naval Base Portsmouth and Satellite Establishments and includes all resident organisations, lodger units and their contractors/visitors
Hd Sy is responsible for the delivery of the Naval Base Security Strategy and tactical outputs in the areas of Physical security. Policy compliance, Assurance, Counter Intelligence and IT Security.
Navy Command are currently going through a review and there is a possibility that within 6-12 months the role applied for may be subject to change.
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.
Job description
Key responsibilities of the post:
Job Description
The CI Analyst supports the CIO in providing the HdSy the operational capability for delivering Counter Intelligence support at HMNB Portsmouth. The role holder is responsible for direct Counter Intelligence collection and assessment activity to ensure that teams are appropriately tasked, and threats identified. The CIA identifies and understands the threat and determines what assets need protecting advising the CIO on how this can be achieved. The CIA supports the delivery of an Insider Threat mitigation programme and undertakes a Counter Intelligence estimate process to inform the HdSy and Naval Base Commander of currents threats within the Area of Operations.
Responsibilities
- Conduct proactive CI activities to identify, disrupt, deny, exploit and mitigate the threat from hostile actors.
- Identify new, confirmed or likely Counter Intelligence (CI) casework through liaison and engagement with NCHQ PSyA CI Sect, MDP Special Branch, Royal Navy Police, Local Police Authorities, Unit Security Officers and other Naval Base Stakeholders.
- Assist in developing a programme of activity that is concentrated on the identification and counter action of the Insider Threat.
- Provide operational and investigative support to CI investigations and operations, ensuring CI investigations are carried out thoroughly, professionally and expeditiously in accordance with JSP 440 Supp 3 and DI CI policies.
- Organise CI interviews and assist in conducting these interviews when required.
- Ensuring that all Restricted Country Travel reporting and records are maintained and that the policy is regularly reviewed and published.
- Conduct searches of the Intelligence Processing Service (IPS) Database (Db) and other Dbs and analyse results using Intelligence Analysis Tools and carry out effective case management and create, maintain and update CI records, including case files, IPS records and monthly management reports.
- Developing relationships with units at the Naval Base and other RN assets to understand their CI and threat requirements and reporting to Senior CI Section Officers.
- Support CIO in the continuous delivery and update of a CI Estimate using the governing principles of Intelligence Preparation of the Environment (IPE) and be responsible for supporting the successful delivery of Question 1 briefs to NBC and the Naval Base Senior Security Leadership team.
- Delivering information in formal CI and threat reports or as presentations.
- Support CIO in reporting security breaches and incidents to Defence and Navy Command authorities so that an auditable trail of events exists.
- Produce CI Section monthly and annual stats and produce reports for CIO.
Person specification
The post holder should essentially, be educated to A Level standard or equivalent experience. It is essential that they have experience in the Security Industry (or relevant) and it is desirable that they have experience in the Military or defence industry.
The successful candidate must be prepared to undertake all relevant CI / Protective Security training courses if not already qualified.
The post holder must be prepared to successfully complete the National Security Vetting – Developed Vetting process following appointment.
Behaviours
We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Leadership
- Seeing the Big Picture
- Changing and Improving
- Making Effective Decisions
- Communicating and Influencing
- Working Together
- Delivering at Pace
We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:
- Leadership
- Seeing the Big Picture
- Making Effective Decisions
- Communicating and Influencing
- Working Together
- Delivering at Pace
Benefits
Our aim in MOD is to have a fully embedded learning culture that allows you to develop personally and professionally and provide access to the learning you need, when you need it throughout your career. We are particularly committed to investing in the capability of our Civil Servants, giving you the direction, support and tools to do the best job you can.
In MOD, we promote the 70:20:10 model[1]. We understand learning can take different forms including on the job practice, learning from others, networking as well as studying for courses. All staff are encouraged to take ownership of their development and take proactive steps to shape your own learning and development. This includes identifying learning needs, deciding the best way to meet these needs, undertaking learning and reflecting
MOD offers support and development in your career, including apprenticeships (If applicable to the role) which allow you to combine work and study by blending on-the-job training with social and classroom learning, encompassing all elements of the 70:20:10 model. Undertaking an apprenticeship is a recognised route of professional development.
On completion of an apprenticeship you gain the technical knowledge, practical experience and wider skills needed for your immediate job and future career. Successful candidates can discuss their development options with their line manager when in post.
We also provide first rate benefits for all our employees as we understand the commitments our staff have, both inside and outside of the workplace and our aim is to provide a place of work which allows the flexibility to maintain a work-life balance. These include:
- In addition to your salary is the potential for in-year performance and recognition awards
- Defined Benefit Pension Scheme with the option to buy additional contribution years
- A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
- Funded Learning Opportunities
- Career Progression through defined career pathways
- Talent management and succession planning
- Well-being advice
- 25 days paid annual leave rising by 1 day per completed year of service to a maximum 30 days
[1] 20200522-Routes to learning 2020_May.pdf (sharepoint.com)
The post does not offer relocation expenses (move of home, excess fares or temporary transfer). Non Standard move applicants will be eligible for the full package, subject to eligibility.
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