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An exciting opportunity exists to join the Capability Assessment Cyber Threats team, within Defence Intelligence (DI). The successful candidate will be working alongside a high performing team that works on understanding adversary threats within the cyber domain, with a wide range of customers from across Defence and Whitehall.

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

DI is a world-class organisation that supports policy and decision-making at the heart of the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and the cross government national security community. In DI, our people solve problems, create understanding, and give perspective to the diverse and complex Defence threats and challenges in a rapidly changing world. Together our civilians and military personnel inform decision-making in Defence, manage complex programmes, and develop new technology.

DI is a key element of the UK’s national intelligence community, working closely with partners across Defence, Cabinet Office, Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office, the intelligence agencies and other intelligence assessment bodies such as the Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre and Joint Intelligence Organisation.

We have a post available based in Whitehall, London in a team of nine MOD civil servants responsible for the Capability Assessment of technical aspects of the cyber threat to MOD. The requirement of these posts is to provide All Source intelligence analysis on the cyber threat to Defence systems and networks.

This role requires candidates with the following knowledge, skills and attributes:

• Critical thinking
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong IT skills, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel

• Ability to prioritise, work under pressure and to meet strict deadlines.

In DI we believe your unique experiences, view and understanding of the world could provide a vital perspective and contribution to our work. We recognise that great minds do not think alike and are striving to increase our diversity representation at all levels. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire, train and promote people based on merit and aspire to create an inclusive workplace free of discrimination. We also offer flexible working arrangements such as flexitime, job share and compressed hours. All job adverts in DI are subject to fair and open competition.

Responsibilities  

• Deliver in-depth analysis of the cyber threat to Defence systems and networks, building subject matter expertise for how cyber threats are carried out, both now and potentially in the future; and mapping cyber threats to industry standard frameworks. Maintaining a high level of situational awareness using all available resources. Act as a recognized expert across the community.
• Critically evaluate information and intelligence using a range of techniques and approaches to process information and address customer intelligence requirements. Maintain and develop analytical skills and promote good tradecraft.

• Provide high quality, impactful intelligence assessments, threat statements and briefings that fall within their area of responsibility and expertise.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with key Defence Digital customers and ensure intelligence output is aligned to their requirements, decision-making processes and timelines.
• Identify intelligence gaps and actively address through conducting research and tasking collection.
• Represent DI in relevant national and international community processes, activities and exchanges.

What are we looking for?

Essential 

The post holder should:

• Hold or be prepared to undertake the Fundamentals of Defence Intelligence, Defence Intelligence IT Course and Defence Intelligence Analysis Module courses and pass the subsequent City and Guilds level 3 exam in intelligence assessment, or equivalent courses and qualifications.
• Hold or be prepared to undertake the Cyber Foundation Pathway up to Module 4.
• Have at least two of the following abilities: 

• Experience of working in cyber security 
• Experience of working in all-source intelligence assessment role 
• Experience of using MITRE ATT&CK, Kill Chain analysis, and/or NIST frameworks to understand and articulate cyber threats 

Desirable 

In the event of a strong field of candidates at interview, the following desirable criteria will be considered to distinguish the order or merit:

Recognised information security qualifications, such as GSEC, COMPTIA N+/S+, CISSP, CISM, MSc in Information Security

Can be obtained whilst working in the role

We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Leadership
• Making Effective Decisions
• Working Together
• Managing a Quality Service
• Developing Self and Others

We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:

• Leadership
• Making Effective Decisions
• Managing a Quality Service

We’ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Cyber Security

DI Benefits for Recruitment Advertising

There are a wide variety of employee benefits for civil service staff in DI, including (this list is not exhaustive):

• Salary Payroll Giving
• Financial Education Resources
• Bicycle Purchase Advance & Cycle to Work Scheme
• Holiday, Season Ticket, Tenancy Deposit & Work Space Salary Advance Loans
• Free Parking (not available at Main Building)
• Generous Pension Scheme with employer contribution between 26.6% & 30.3%
• Death in Service Benefit
• Up to 30 days’ Annual Leave, and one Privilege Day
• Special Leave (including Study Leave and Volunteering Leave)
• Adoption, Maternity, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave
• Childcare Vouchers
• On-Site Nursery & Childcare at some MOD sites
• Flexible Working Hours
• Discounted Healthcare Packages
• Eyesight Tests and Spectacles
• Free On-Site Gyms at many sites
• Employee Assistance Programme
• In-Year Reward and Thank You Schemes
• Talent Schemes
• Defence Discounts
• Microsoft & Vodafone Employee Discount Schemes
• Boundless and Civil Service Sports Council Memberships available
• On-site shops, restaurants & cafes at most sites

Further details may be found at Civilian Discover My Benefits (mod.gov.uk)

Our main Defra DDTS hubs are in York, Warrington, Newcastle, Reading and Bristol, however the successful candidate may be contractually based at any Defra office.

Please be aware that space within the London office is restricted and it may not be possible to be based in this location.

Defra is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food & farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people’s day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink.

Digital, Data and Technology Services (DDTS) is the trusted team for digital across the entire Defra Group.

We have around 1,200 colleagues across DDTS and our ambition is to make it easier and faster than ever for people to interact with Defra. If you are ready to drive innovation and push boundaries, we want to hear from you. Join us and together we will create a great place for living, and a green and healthy future for all.

Find out more about us on:

Defra Digital Blog

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DefraJobs

Defra group Security is recruiting Personnel Security Officers to join their team on a permanent basis.

We are looking to recruit driven and professional individuals who will be responsible for quality assuring requests for security clearances for Defra group and its key suppliers. As such, you will engage with United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) to raise requests, taking ownership of cases and supervising them through to completion.

You will work within a team of 8, coordinating your own workload, ensuring all National Security Vetting cases are progressed. As part of the Personnel Security team, you will act as a primary point of contact to our customers, providing advice and guidance on the various services we offer, to ensure their personal security needs are met. We strive for a high standard of work and customer service and a keen eye for detail is key.

Responsibilities

• Management of vetting portal, responding to password reset requests and general queries, providing sound advice and guidance in line with industry standards.
• Preparation of complex case work, ensuring all relevant documentation is available and process followed, for presentation to senior leader for decision.
• Preparation of business cases, for example residency risk assessments, ensuring all relevant documentation is available and process followed, for presentation to senior leader for decision.
• Maintenance of various logs, to ensure cases, risk assessments etc. are appropriately documented and monitoring of logs to ensure successful completion in a timely manner.
• Arrangement of BPSS requests (interns, fast streamers) advising the business of the process and monitoring through to completion.
• Development and maintenance of products and briefs, including content management of the security intranet sites and SharePoint sites.
• Delivery of personnel security briefings/presentations as required.

Skills and Experience

• Internationally recognised qualification in security management e.g., Certificate in Information Security Management Principals or equivalent experience and commitment to work towards qualification.
• Experience of delivering personnel security services within a large organisation.
• Excellent organisational, communications and presentation skills.
• Experience of engaging, advising and influencing at working levels of an organisation.
• Ability to take across-government approach, considering the impact of your decisions in the broadest of settings.
• Performing effectively to deadlines, maintaining focus in challenging situations and adapting to find solutions that meet the needs of stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Management experience.

Selection Process

The Civil Service marks each element of the selection process on a merit basis. You can visit the gov.uk website for further information on the Civil Service rating scale.

Ensure you have tailored your CV and Personal Statement to the ‘Responsibilities’ and ‘Skills and Experience’ section of the job advert by providing examples on how you are suitable for the role using the STAR method.

For further information on STAR, you can check out our Hints and Tips document.

Application

As part of the application process, you will be assessed on your Experience and will be asked to complete:

• A CV
• A 750-word Personal Statement: Referring to the “Skills and Experience’ sections of the job advert, please demonstrate how you are suitable for the role by providing relevant examples”

Sift

Sift will begin shortly after the advert closes.

Should there be a large number of applications, an initial sift will be conducted using your personal statement.

Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift, or progressed straight to assessment/interview.

Interview

If successful at sift stage, you will be invited to interview where you will be assessed on the Behaviours listed below and Strengths.

The following Behaviours will be assessed at interview:

• Communicating and Influencing
• Delivering at Pace
• Making Effective Decisions

Interviews dates are to be confirmed. Please note that these may be subject to change.

Interviews will be held virtually on Microsoft Teams.

For further information on Success Profiles, please visit the links below and watch our videos on DefraJobs.

Behaviours

Experience

Strengths

We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Communicating and Influencing
• Delivering at Pace
• Making Effective Decisions

• 25 days’ leave (rising to 30 days over 5 years) plus bank holidays
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
• Access to a range of retail discounts through the STaR platform (these include supermarket, tech, gym, holiday, phone and more)
• An environment with flexible working options
• Three days special leave with pay, per year, for volunteering
• Funding for professional membership of a recognised professional body
• Learning and development tailored to your role
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health cash plan to help you manage health costs for a reduced monthly fee
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 that provides support to you during any times of stress or difficulty
• Season ticket loan for public transport

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)

We celebrate and act on equality, diversity & inclusion at Defra.

We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and with a range of diverse experiences. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying, harassment, victimisation, or negative stereotyping.

We treat all employees at all grades with value and respect to create an inclusive working environment. We celebrate individual differences and aim to cater to diverse needs.

You can read more in our Diversity and Inclusion strategy. You can also find out about our latest publications by visiting our Defra DDTS LinkedIn page – Defra digital, data and technology

Check our the video below from Jane McGeagh, Chief Operating Officer on why DDTS at Defra is a great place to work.

Blended Working

Defra operates a blended working policy subject to business need, giving people the flexibility to choose when and where they work and collaborate with others.

Individuals are expected to work from one of the office locations stated in the advert to connect with their colleagues, as required by their role and business team needs.  There is flexibility to split the working week, spending minimum of 40-60% in the workplace, unless exceptional circumstances apply and/or you are a contractual home worker.

MDPHQ, Palmer Pavilion, RAF Wyton, Huntingdon, PE28 2EA

Gather and develop intelligence for PSD Professional Standards Department (PSD) Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) to produce intelligence products for the MDP PSD Investigations.

Ensure the gathering, development, and retention of intelligence in relation to individuals is justified and complies with legislation under Human Rights Act and DPA, RIPA, CPIA, as well as MOPI Guidelines. Liaise with other agencies to ensure that partnerships are developed in relation to the sharing and use of intelligence.

Review the preparation of intelligence products that will support the MDP PSD Investigation to direct resources effectively. Responsible for the management of MDP ACU staff to ensure that all intelligence and vetting in line with the Force Control Strategy.

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

Provide guidance and support to ACU Administration officer

Produce intelligence products, to assist decision making, identifying and managing threat risk and harm, and ensuring compliance with national standards and relevant legislation.

Work in support of the MDP ACU Analyst in the preparation of analytical products as outlined in NIM producing intelligence reports, charts, etc to tight deadlines

Support supervisors for the delivery of Professional Standards intelligence services and functions as required to meet the intelligence demands of MDP PSD Investigations.

Support all MDP PSD ACU intelligence activity and ensure intelligence products are managed in accordance with law and policy.

Development and maintenance of intelligence relationships in MOD, as well as wider Law Enforcement and Intelligence community.

Enable collaboration with colleagues in partner agencies to share intelligence and facilitate cross-sector working practices.

Maintain awareness of innovation within intelligence to ensure implementation of latest techniques and tactics, best practice, and information relevant to the role.

Complete all mandatory training for role (internal/external).

The post may include occasional working away from home duty station.

The post holder will undertake other research type duties such as support to major enquiries as required by Hd PSD

Self motivated, confident and able to work on own initiative

Good interpersonal skills

The ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload with the minimum of supervision as part of a small team

High levels of general computer literacy in relation to Microsoft applications and database applications

The post holder must be able to communicate with people at all levels and a high level of confidentiality is required. Ability to maintain the highest levels of integrity, discretion and confidentiality.

Ability to quality assure intelligence products and negotiate with and influence senior managers based on data and analytical outcomes.

Able to engage a variety of audiences through a range of media to inform and/or persuade.

Able to undertake resource planning to deliver effective outcomes and ensure operational effectiveness within the resources allocated.

Able to seek out and identify a range of information to identify patterns, trends and options, to solve multifaceted and complex problems.

To be able to work as part of a team with limited supervision.

Skilled in monitoring performance, assessing progress, identifying emerging risks, issues and opportunities, and taking corrective steps as required to ensure that the right results are achieved.

Able to develop trusting relationships with a variety of stakeholders to collaborate and ensure that their needs and concerns are fully understood and responded to in an appropriate way.

Candidate must have either analytical or intelligence experience or qualification.

 Special Conditions:

 Post holder will be vetted to UKSV SC and Police Management Vetting

UK Driving Licence

Must always maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and integrity regarding all information gained whilst in post.

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%

25 days leave pa. Rising to 30 days pa at a rate of 1 day per year.

Access to facilities at RAF Wyton

This post does not offer any assistance with relocation allowances. External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six month probation period.

Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.

Please note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.

Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at www.childcarechoices.gov.uk

The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment by 31st December 2022. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.

Birmingham

The NCA has grown in size and complexity in recent years and it is vital that it maintains a security posture and capabilities to protect against existing, new and emerging threats.

The Integrated Protective Security Command (IPS) is responsible for securing the Agency to protect the public. The IPS mission statement is:
“Delivering integrated protective security to build a resilient, high-trust Agency able to lead the UK’s fight to cut serious and organised crime.”

IPS safeguards the NCA from the full range of security threats that target the Agency, our officers and our assets, to enable the organisation to achieve its operational objectives, both domestically and overseas, with flexibility, agility and integrity. Its officers provide specialist security services to the Agency 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, to mitigate security risks.

Introduction
We are currently looking to recruit a Senior SOC Analyst within our integrated protective security command. The successful candidate will work from the Agency’s Birmingham office.

The Cyber Security Team leads the strategic response to cyber risks, cyber security function, oversees audit, building internal and external alliances with diverse stakeholders to deliver the NCA’s strategic objectives.

What will the successful Candidate be doing?

If successful you will work within the newly created Security Operations Centre, supporting the Lead Analyst and SOC Manager to run all SOC services. Joining at this time offers the rare opportunity to help shape what the final SOC capability will look like.

Reporting to the Lead Analyst, the Senior Analyst is part of the shift based SOC Team that monitors and responds to any identified event from the security monitoring processes in place. You will be the Agency’s eyes and ears before, during and after a cyber incident. The Senior Analyst leads the shift team during the absences of the Lead Analyst, reporting into the SOC Manager.

***Candidates are required to have SC Enhanced upon entry. And will be required to gain DV whilst in post ***

Key Responsibilities: Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Monitoring for events across multiple security technologies, including intruder detection systems (IDS), Intruder prevention systems (IPS), Firewalls, End Point Security Solutions and  vulnerability management solutions.
• Liaise with trusted partners to provide accurate threat identification. Recommend suitable mitigation measures and report the situation to the shift lead.
• Assisting in content development and analytics. Taking threat intelligence and tuning the SOC services to best protect the Agency’s vulnerabilities.
• Assisting in engineering tasks in support of the continuous availability of SOC services.
• Complete SOC scheduled tasks and ensure reported events and incidents are appropriately progressed.
• Assisting as with Security, Risk, Compliance and Service reporting.
• Responding to incidents where a detailed understanding of the monitored estate is required and is beyond the capabilities of the SOC Analyst.
• Work alongside colleagues from personnel and physical security to assess events and categorise them appropriately.
• Assess events and bring them to the attention of the shift lead for escalation to the Cyber Defence Team. 
• Maintenance of SOC documentation, processes, and procedures.
• Receiving and acting on calls, emails, alerts, etc. relating to security events and possible security incidents.

Other Responsibilities:
• Provide expertise, guidance and advice in IT Security related matters, including maintaining up to date knowledge of network, application and communications security solutions, as well as emerging  technologies.
• Collaboration with other Security Teams (Cyber Defence, IA, Operational,  Physical and Personnel) and adjacent commands to support the overall aim of lowing risk to data loss. 
• Support of senior management in the delivery of an effective and efficient departmental service, deputising where appropriate.   
• Provide support, guidance and expertise in relation to Incident Management. Giving direction on vulnerability identification and risk mitigation.
• Develop and build internal and external partnerships working collaboratively to  foster good relations, including working with other government departments to further the SOC capabilities.

The following qualifications/skills are essential to the role and proof will be required at interview:

Recognised higher education in an IT related area
And /or
Certifications from a recognized body in Digital Security e.g. GIAC, ISC2, ISACA, BCS, CompTIA etc.

Please ensure the dates of any accreditations you are relying on, are entered on to the CV.
Should you progress to the assessment stage of the process, you will be required to provide a copy of the original certificate.
Failure to provide evidence at interview may result in your application not progressing to the next stage.

We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Changing and Improving

We’ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Experience of working as SOC analyst; Including using SIEM capabilities, vulnerability scanning software and threat modelling.
• Experience of incident response; including impact analysis and report writing
• High standard of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience of working as part of a team and contribution to the team’s objectives.

Whatever your role, we take your career and development seriously, and want to enable you to build a really successful career with the Agency and wider Civil Service.

If you are an active police pension member immediately prior to joining the NCA, you can continue your membership throughout your employment with us as if you were a serving police officer. If you do remain an active member and subsequently return to a police force, you should be able to continue your membership there too.

All officers in the NCA are members of the UK Civil Service. You will be eligible for:

• Civil Service pension scheme
• 26 days annual leave rising to 31 on completion of 5 years continuous service
• Training and development opportunities
• Cycle2work scheme

We take the welfare of NCA officers very seriously. All staff have access to Occupational Health services and there are a number of staff representative groups. We also have a range of sporting and other activities on offer.

We can provide flexible working arrangements if the role in question is suitable. These include flexi-time, job sharing and compressed hours (working contracted hours over a shorter period).

Forthview House, Rosyth, KY11 2BL

Do you want to work for the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) and care for the Defence Estate? DIO enables Defence to live, work, train and deploy, all with sustainability in mind. From net carbon zero accommodations to runways for the F35 fighter jets; our outputs are unique in the UK and across the globe!

Learn much more about DIO in our Candidate Information Guide attached.

The Security Services Group (SSG) provides specialist electronic and physical security advice, compliance. assurance and services to areas of the public sector that require the highest levels of security protection. SSG is the Government’s provider of expert design, installation and maintenance of the highest accredited security systems using both “in-house produced products and those commercially produced and approved for use on the government estate.

Comprising of around 230 civil servants and based at locations throughout the UK and Overseas, SSG’s services are provided to the most sensitive Defence and Government sites.

The role of an SSG field technician offers the successful applicant the chance to work on a variety of technically advanced projects protecting some of the nation’s most important assets.

The position advertised will provide support in relation to the installation and maintenance of security systems, whilst ensuring that a professional, efficient, and cost-effective service is delivered to customers.

Successful applicants will be tasked from home, predominantly working on SSG customer sites throughout Scotland.

You will be provided with a non-liveried company vehicle and have the choice of a car with private use which will be eligible for taxable benefit, or a van for business use only.  You will be included on the roster for ‘out of hours’ calls for which you will receive a call out allowance (including recall to duty allowance when called out), opportunities for overtime, detached duty visits (overnight stays) and travelling time depending on business needs.

Daily travel time payments are made if journeys meet certain criteria.

This role may require working away from home at times providing support to the other SSG teams that work in other regions of the country & staying in overnight accommodation as required.

About DIO

View our YouTube video to see more about our work 

This vacancy is for the position of a Security Systems Field Technician in SSG’s Scotland Regional Team which has its main office in Forthview House, Rosyth.

We are looking for professional individuals able to work proficiently and safely on the installation and maintenance of a wide range of security systems including:

•    Intruder Alarm Systems (IAS) 
•    External & Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems  
•    Video Surveillance Systems (VSS)
•    Automatic Access Control Systems (AACS) 
•    Control Room IAS, VSS & AACS Standard Monitoring Systems
•    They will act as focal point on site with day-to-day liaison with customers 
•    Accurately estimate all materials and labour needed for minor works, additions and alterations
•    Order materials from suppliers and provide equipment lists to Project Manager as appropriate
•    Provide technical assistance at all levels, build solutions to technical problems including designs  
•    Undertake trade supervision as the need arises  
•    Participate in on-call rota
•    Undertake all job-related administration in an accurate and timely way

Full functional training will be provided for certain systems to suit the business needs. 
 
Work is predominately at SSG Customer locations across Scotland. The successful applicant will be based from home and travel accordingly across the region to the multiple Governmental and Military sites.

In addition, due to operational requirements, there may be a necessity for detached duty to other SSG regions (in the UK or possibly overseas) or be required to stay overnight at sites that are unsuitable distances from home address.

Daily travel is external to core hours.

Further information can be obtained on enquiry.

Desirable Skills & Experience

Membership: Engineering Council 
Membership: Security Institute


Environmental Hazards/Factors Associated with this Post

The applicant may be required to undertake occasional work within Radiological and Explosive Storage areas

Full Driving Licence
(SZs are tasked from home and are provided with a vehicle to carry their tools and equipment to/from sites which are remote and not accessible by public transport and in response to SSG’s 24/7 On Call Rota.
Driving a vehicle is a requirement of the job and therefore a full driving licence is required

A Recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and/or Engineering qualifications, i.e. HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent, NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent, ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent.
Covering Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, Video Surveillance Systems and Access Control Systems.

We’ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• SSG Functional Competence Area 1: Electronic Security Installation – Practitioner

• Highly competitive Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%.
• Alternative working practices such as working from home.
• Opportunity to join one of our several D&I Networks. We value diversity and are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
• 25 days annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years’ service.
• Enhanced Parental Leave.
• Most sites have free car parking, Sports & Social Clubs, Gym, on site shops and subsidised canteens.

Other benefits include:

• Access to Defence Discount Service
• Specsavers eye test vouchers
• Access to the Civil Service Sports Club (CSSC) (fees apply)
• Access to the Civil Service Club in London (fees apply)
• Continuous professional development within the security field
• Laptop, tablet and mobile phone
• Tool kit

Bristol, Glasgow, Manchester, York

The Government Security Function (GSF) oversees the delivery of protective security across Government. Our Mission is to enable Government to protect citizens and provide vital public services by understanding and managing security risks. We set the strategy and standards for Government Security, monitor departmental security performance, manage pan-government security incidents, support the delivery of key security capabilities and lead the Government Security Profession.

The Government Security Group (GSG) is the centre of the Function, based within the Cabinet Office. GSG is transforming the Government’s approach to protective security to ensure it is fit to meet the challenges of the digital age. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic team, with a breadth of stakeholders including in other Government departments, the National Technical Authorities and the Agencies, and to contribute to delivering improved security across Government.

The Cyber Defence directorate within GSG is responsible for delivering the Government Cyber Security Strategy, to protect public services and improve cyber resilience across government. The team covers all aspects of defensive cyber security for Government including strategy, policy, assurance, red teaming, capability development, and the operational deliverables of incident, risk and vulnerability management. If you’re passionate about protecting public services, you enjoy working in a dynamic environment with supportive colleagues, and you have a grounding in cyber security, this is the team for you.

This role will be joining the Cyber Assurance team, a critical component of the Cyber Directorate responsible for evaluating and improving cyber security across government. We are rolling out a new approach to assurance, GovAssure, which will transform government’s approach to cyber security and resilience. As part of this team you will be shaping the analytical products of GovAssure, using assessment data to deliver insights into the cyber security challenges facing government and its partners. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of government, delivering a ground-breaking new approach to cyber security assurance as part of a dynamic, inclusive and skilled team.

The post holder will be responsible for:

• Analysing and evaluating data derived from GovAssure assessments, based on NCSC’s Cyber Assurance Framework (CAF);
• Developing analytical products on cyber resilience in government, including departmental reports and cross-government analysis;
• Building the strategic requirements for interpreting and managing results;
• Developing reporting metrics for programme performance, which will feed into implementation of the Government Cyber Security Strategy and cross-government assurance activities;
• Working with a multidisciplinary team to feed insights from assurance reviews into government policy and operational work;
• Working with technical stakeholders to support future development of the online web platform WebCAF, as well as other new digital technologies and analysis tools required by the GovAssure programme and the Government Cyber Security Strategy;
• You will also have opportunities for training and professional development, and we encourage staff to gain technical qualifications.

Essential skills and experience:

• Comfortable working in a technical environment;
• Experience of working across organisations with a range of stakeholders;
• Ability to communicate your findings effectively to technical and non technical audiences;
• Confidence working with datasets and producing analytical reports.

Desirable skills and experience:

• Experience running quantitative and/or qualitative analytical projects, showing skills in survey design, reporting, and working with complex data;
• Skilled in using digital tools and software for data analysis, visualisation, and reporting (programming skills useful but not essential);
• Experience of working in security, particularly cyber.

Level of Security Clearance required:

Must be willing to undergo vetting clearance to SC (Security Cleared) level

We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Making Effective Decisions
• Communicating and Influencing
• Changing and Improving
• Working Together

• Skills-based DDAT pay allowance
• Learning and development tailored to your role.
• An environment with flexible working options.
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.
• A Civil Service Pension which provides an attractive pension, benefits for dependants and average employer contributions of 27%.
• A minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing by one day per year up to a maximum of 30.

Croydon – Lunar House, London – Eaton House

IE tackles the criminality behind organised immigration crime.

Our Criminal and Financial Investigation (CFI) teams are committed to disrupting and dismantling the organised crime groups facilitating immigration abuse; utilising its financial investigations capability to remove the proceeds of crime and strip criminals of their assets.

IE has a fundamental role to play in tackling Immigration crime, as part of a multi-layered UK law enforcement approach. Through working closely with partners in the National Crime Agency (NCA), territorial policing and many other agencies and departments, our CFI Teams take vigorous action against those criminals that seek to benefit from illegal migration.

We are looking for a candidate who wants real stretch and development in their everyday roles. Working for IE is challenging and fast paced, requiring quick decision making in demanding situations. To work in IE, you must be able to meet these challenges while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. This role is physically demanding, so you will also need to be physically fit.

Within Home Office Immigration Enforcement, CFI has a financial investigation (FI) structure in place to disrupt organised criminal networks, through the conduct of money laundering investigations, cash seizure, confiscation and the restraint of criminal assets. FI work collaboratively with and support other law enforcement agencies in tackling organised crime.

The CIO role will require adaptability and flexibility to deal with priority investigations as they arise.

This job is available for full-time and part-time workers, but please note that the full range of shift times and days (including weekends) will be allocated.

The post requires a commitment to working flexibly and will involve some travel throughout the UK to visit teams and stakeholders as well as working away from home, including overnight stays where necessary. The level of travel required for the post, occasionally at short notice, may result in long working days and overnight stays away from home.

It must be borne in mind that the successful applicant may be required to comply with prosecutor and court timetables which may change at short notice. There is a requirement to participate in an on-call roster for out of hours referrals.

We employ talented people who challenge and guide each other. In CFI you will work within a highly capable team who will support you to develop your skills, knowledge and experience.

Tasks include (but are not limited to):

Expedient and thorough management of your team and investigations ensuring appropriate allocation of work according to strategic priorities and agreed adoption criteria.

Ensuring FI activity adds value to criminal investigations, in particular by means of Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) interventions by:

• Providing evidence to support money laundering charges.

• Investigating the extent and whereabouts of criminal benefit.

• Restraining of criminal assets, to prevent asset dissipation.

• Confiscating criminal assets after conviction.

• Seizing cash suspected to represent recoverable property.

Further tasks include (but are not limited to):

• Supporting the Regional His Majesty Inspector (HMI) in the leadership of financial investigators and the management of financial investigations, ensuring that financial investigations are carried out efficiently and lawfully.

• Advising and supporting crime managers to enable the effective deployment of FI resource.

• Ensuring that the FI team retains professional accreditation; to ensure tutoring and mentoring of new FI staff

• Evaluating and tasking out financial investigations.

• Reporting accurately FI activity on Departmental and local databases.

• Quantifying performance and supplying narrative to support performance returns to HMI and Senior Managers.

• Taking an active role, where necessary, in the Financial Investigation duties and progress own caseload.

• Giving evidence during hearings (all CFI staff are required to disclose any adverse judicial decisions or internal disciplinary matters under CPIA. Applicants need to bear this in mind when considering their eligibility for this post).

• Line Management of Financial Investigation staff (and their investigations) covering two offices (Hounslow and Croydon).

Accountabilities:

• Maintaining designated POCA powers, accreditation and registration of financial investigators and intelligence officers with the Proceeds of Crime Centre of the National Crime Agency (POCC NCA);

• Attending and participating in management meetings across the national financial investigation regions.

Key interactions:

• CFI investigation team colleagues, CFI senior leadership team and other Financial Investigation hubs, Police, Crown Prosecution Service, Civil Recovery Unit, Financial Investigation Working Groups and other government departments.

Learning requirements:

• Maintaining and developing your financial investigation, confiscation and management skills as part of a monthly and annual performance appraisal.

If not already an Immigration Officer, in order to be designated as one, you will be required to attend a 2 week induction course (residential depending on location of post).

The successful candidate will be required to undergo and pass a health assessment, which is usually repeated every three years (although this can sometimes be yearly for specific health reasons). Financial Investigators in Immigration Enforcement are arrest-trained. If not already appropriately trained, the successful candidate will also need to successfully attend a PST level 3 training course (residential depending on location) and pass an annual PST refresher.

Essential Criteria

• POCC NCA accreditation (or recent accreditation suspension within last 2 years) as a Financial Investigator.

This will be checked with the Proceeds of Crime Centre prior to the sifting of applications.  Any applicant without such accreditation will be rejected.  If not already a Confiscator, must be prepared to become accredited.

• Line management experience of an operational environment.

• A thorough working knowledge, experience and application of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 in criminal investigations.

• Experience of analysing complex financial data and completing the service of financial orders.

• Experience of drafting summaries/statements in criminal and civil proceedings and attending court to give evidence.

Desirable Criteria 

• PIP 1 or 2 accredited  (Professionalising Investigations Programme).

• Accredited (by the Proceeds of Crime Centre) Financial Investigation as a Tutor or be prepared to become accredited.

• Knowledge of Immigration policy and rules, law enforcement, criminal investigation and the criminal justice system.

Due to the nature of the work and the geographical area, some travel by official vehicle will be inevitable and applicants must hold a full manual driving licence

POCC NCA accreditation (or recent accreditation suspension within last 2 years) as a Financial Investigator. (This will be checked with the Proceeds of Crime Centre prior to the sifting of applications.

Any applicant without such accreditation will be rejected). If not already a Confiscator, must be prepared to become accredited.

We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Making Effective Decisions
• Communicating and Influencing
• Delivering at Pace

We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:

• Making Effective Decisions

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%

Bristol, Glasgow, Manchester, York

The Government Security Function (GSF) oversees the delivery of protective security across Government. Our Mission is to enable Government to protect citizens and provide vital public services by understanding and managing security risks. We set the strategy and standards for Government Security, monitor departmental security performance, manage pan-government security incidents, support the delivery of key security capabilities and lead the Government Security Profession.

The Government Security Group (GSG) is the centre of the Function, based within the Cabinet Office. GSG is transforming the Government’s approach to protective security to ensure it is fit to meet the challenges of the digital age. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic team, with a breadth of stakeholders including in other Government departments, the National Technical Authorities and the Agencies, and to contribute to delivering improved security across Government.

The Cyber Defence directorate within GSG is responsible for delivering the Government Cyber Security Strategy, to protect public services and improve cyber resilience across government. The team covers all aspects of defensive cyber security for Government including strategy, policy, assurance, red teaming, capability development, and the operational deliverables of incident, risk and vulnerability management. If you’re passionate about protecting public services, you enjoy working in a dynamic environment with supportive colleagues, and you have a grounding in cyber security, this is the team for you.

Cyber Assurance Advisor

This role will be joining the Cyber Assurance team, a critical component of the Cyber Directorate responsible for evaluating and improving cyber security across government. We are rolling out a new approach to assurance, GovAssure, which will transform government’s approach to cyber security and resilience. As part of this team you will gain a unique insight into the cyber security challenges facing government and its partners, and will work with National Technical Authorities, the national security community and industry to tackle these challenges. You will build trusted relationships with departmental delivery teams, and use your understanding of departmental context to shape implementation of the scheme. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of government, delivering a ground-breaking new approach to cyber security assurance as part of a dynamic, inclusive and skilled team.

The post holder will be responsible for:

• Building strong relationships with stakeholders across departments and National Technical Authorities;
• Understanding cyber security maturity and deliver at departmental level, including key barriers to achieving good cyber security outcomes;
• Advising departments on the implementation of the GovAssure process, including supporting scoping activity and risk-based, proportionate implementation application;
• Evaluating the success of the GovAssure scheme and identifying opportunities for improvement;
• Recommending strategic changes including new policy and capability initiatives to address cross-cutting issues;
• Briefing Ministers and other senior stakeholders on cyber security issues;
• Contributing to government strategy, policy and cyber assurance activity through engagement with the wider Cyber Directorate team;
• You will also have the opportunity to support broader operational requirements in crisis as part of our broader surge capacity.

Our cyber posts attract a skills based DDAT pay lead.  This post is subject to a DDAT skills assessed non pensionable pay lead. In certain circumstances exceptional candidates may be eligible for a higher starting salary. This post is national and the team work in a hybrid work pattern with occasional travel to London. Cabinet Office have access to a number of government offices in the UK.  Please talk to us about how we can accommodate your geographic circumstances. 

Essential skills and experience:

• Experience of working in cyber security;
• Confident working with both technical and business stakeholders.

Desirable skills and experience:

• Experience of applying risk management in cyber security or security assurance;
• Experience of working in national security;
• Working across organisations with a range of stakeholders

Level of Security Clearance required:

• Must be willing to undergo vetting clearance to SC (Security Cleared) level

We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Making Effective Decisions
• Communicating and Influencing
• Changing and Improving
• Working Together

• Skills-based DDAT allowance 
• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service Pension which provides an attractive pension, benefits for dependants and average employer contributions of 27%.
• A minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing by one day per year up to a maximum of 30.

Our cyber posts attract a skills-based DDAT pay lead. This post is subject to a DDAT skills assessed non pensionable pay lead. In certain circumstances exceptional candidates may be eligible for a higher starting salary.

Swindon, SN6 8LA; Plymouth, PL2 2BG; Deeside, CH5 2LS; Rosyth, KY11 2BL; Woolwich, SE18 6XJ; DSTL Porton Down, SP4 0JQ. Other DIO office locations may be offered.

Short Summary:

Do you want to work for the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) and play a key role in keeping our country safe through caring for the Defence estate and those that depend on it? DIO manages the Defence estate, one of the UK’s largest and most diverse property portfolios, enabling the armed forces and Defence civilians to live, work, train and deploy. From net carbon-zero accommodation to runways for the F35 fighter jets, our outputs are unique in the UK and across the globe!

Learn much more about DIO in our Candidate Information Guide attached.

About DIO

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DIO cares about the Defence estate. We are a dynamic organisation that responds to the evolving needs of our military personnel, the way in which they live and work. We are proud to be the expert partner Defence needs for all their infrastructure requirements. From large scale infrastructure to everyday facilities management, our activities focus relentlessly on our customers. We deliver value for money, and consistently innovate to find proactive solutions to meet their needs. We meet our objectives as one team; capable, curious, collaborative and committed.

About 
The DIO has the responsibility for the management of property, infrastructure and related services to ensure strategic management of the Defence Estate as a whole, optimising investment and, critically supporting military capability to the best effect.
Branch: Security Services Group

Overview
SSG strives to provide High Quality Security Solutions to protect sensitive assets within the Ministry of Defence and the wider UK Government Estates both within the UK and Overseas,

Summary of the Role
The post holder will be responsible for the provision of in-depth independent unbiased technical security advice to MoD and Central Government/OGD (Other Government Departments). This includes detailed guidance as well as converting user requirements into technical specifications and undertaking system audits, site surveys & RIBA 2, 3 & 4 design reviews. 
This role requires travel across the UK and occasional overseas visits, including overnight accommodation.

Job Description
As a technical security advisor, you will be providing detailed technical advice on electronic security products and designs, systems and materials which provide suitable level of high security protection to British Standards, NPSA (Previously known as CPNI) & JSP’s. The role will require travel across the UK and from time to time overseas for short periods. 
MoD DIO (Defence Infrastructure Organisation), Security Services Group, values your ability to build on your experience and adapt to new challenges, we’ll invest in improving your skills by supporting your preference of learning, i.e., books, study courses, workplace training with your peers & senior colleagues and conferences with fellow security professionals. You will be supported with a mentor where required and work alongside your colleagues in the Protective Security Advisory Team (PSAT). We’ll support and encourage you, helping you to become a Subject Matter Expert in the field of Protective Security as part of our world-class security team.
You’ll have a lot of freedom and autonomy, working closely with colleagues and we’ll trust you to decide the best way to get things done; whether something requires high quality or a quick turnaround; how best to organise yourself as part of a group and importantly, how best to meet the needs of our customers within MOD, Other Government Departments and the wider Critical National Infrastructure.
Above all there will be a strong purpose to your work as a technical advisor in SSG, you’ll be central to our capability as the supplier of choice for high security protective security solutions and advice to protect Defence and key government departments. The position offers competitive benefits and package including a MOD pension and a company car with private use option.

Role:
• Possess in-depth technical security knowledge and experience of minimum of 5 years’ experience in the field of security system installation and/or design. This can be in the primary field of physical (Barriers/Structures/Locking-devices/Doors/HVM) and secondary field of electronic security (IDS/PIDS/SMS/CCTV/VSS/AACS/System Integration).
• Excellent communication skills: Provide customer interface and represent SSG at high level external meetings. Undertake complex discussions and negotiations with SSG Project Managers and Client Security Officers for Key Project accounts.
• Present focussed technical security training for SSG’s staff and external clients.
• Have excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a small team.
• Have financial management skills:  estimating, job costing, invoicing and budget management.
• Demonstrate a flexible approach to work and a willingness to attend site meetings and other locations when necessary. 
• Applicants must hold a Full UK driving licence.
• Be willing to undergo Developed Vetting clearance. 
• Working knowledge of British, European and Government Standards relating to security together with knowledge of QA and H&S policies.
Leadership and Management. 
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to the DIO SSG Principles
• Responsible for developing and enabling the SSG PSAT to deliver targets and goals
• Promote strong working relationships both within SSG and with other stakeholders across SSG, DIO, MoD and OGD.
Project Security Advice.
• Developing and maintaining engagement with stakeholders relevant to the Project Plan
• Ensure stakeholders are kept informed and willing to support delivery activity.
• Close liaison with other members of the PSAT together with SSG Ops, SSG’s clients and system manufacturers & installers.
• Management of PSAT projects. The work being undertaken to the timescales and budgets agreed with the PSAT Team Leader.
• Provision of detailed design and guidance on the deployment and use of protective security measures. The incumbent will focus on physical measures including Barriers/Structures/Locking-devices/Doors/HVM or electronic systems including IDS, PIDS, SMS, AACS, CCTV/VSS and System Integration with an expectation of the successful candidate will have knowledge of one or both physical and electronic discipline with aspirations to develop a full protective security SME knowledge in the long term.
• Undertake verbal, written and visual presentations (reports) covering technical security requirements to SSG staff and SSG’s clients.
• Accomplished with/understanding of technical drawing & photographic software (Aspirational).
• ICT proficient user skills of MS Office & Project Management / Finance based applications. 
• Engage with standards setting bodies and clients to encourage awareness of the government and industry requirements, influencing where possible, to benefit SSG and its clients in government. Promote SSG through professional representation.
• Audit of installed systems covering commissioning, handover and reviews.
• Ensure that the work undertaken by both themselves and their team is done in a safe and secure manor, meeting all Health & Safety Regulations and Environmental Standards. 
Supporting Organisational Change
• Stay current with security technology products and standards.
• Support to DIO Change Programmes and Initiatives to identify and manage any SSG associated risks and opportunities.
• Support SSG assurance in continuing improvement programs.
Other Tasks 
• Other tasks as required to support SSG PSAT in the delivery of its services and priorities.
• Keep up to date with Department and DIO policies, processes and best practices.

Desirable Experience & Skills

Experience in physical & electronic (desirable) security in the MoD & OGD environment with knowledge of British Standards, NPSA and JSP documentation. A good strong technical background in electronic security & communication topology including a good understanding in IP Network and equipment.
 
Additional accreditation through RSES, Security Institute or other (equivalent or relevant to the post) Professional Bodies.

Environmental Factors:
A requirement to have an understanding of CDM, H&S SMSTS, Asbestos with the requirement to obtain a certification in the aforementioned safety topics. L so one working maybe required from time to time, so the requirement to create and manage RAMS will need to be in place and adhered to.

Environmental Factors / Hazards Associated with the Post

Normal H&S hazards with the requirement to hold the required H&S training and create and manage RAMS.

UK Driving Licence.

ONC/OND/HNC/HND/Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or Equivalent MOD recognised qualification in physical security).

Please specify any security memberships.

We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Leadership
• Communicating and Influencing
• Delivering at Pace
• Making Effective Decisions

We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:

• Leadership
• Communicating and Influencing

We’ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Single Skills Framework – Security Services Group Functional Competences

• Highly competitive Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%.
• Alternative working practices such as working from home.
• Opportunity to join one of our several D&I Networks. We value diversity and are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
• 25 days annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years’ service.
• Enhanced Parental Leave.
• Most sites have free car parking, Sports & Social Clubs, Gym, on site shops and subsidised canteens.

To learn more about our full range of benefits, view our Candidate Information Guide attached.

Allowances

This post does not offer any assistance with relocation allowances.
Please be advised the department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.

Working Pattern

The post advertised is for 37 hours net, however the Ministry of Defence offers a range of flexibilities to enable a better work-life balance for employees. Flexible working patterns will be considered.

London

Summary

The Directorate of Security and Resilience (DSR) mission is to support the delivery of Defence outputs by protecting our people, assets and information in the UK and overseas. DSR is responsible for setting resilience and security policy for Defence and provides advice on how to counter and mitigate the key threats and hazards faced by Defence from a wide range of threats including: hostile state actors; terrorist organisations; and serious and organised crime groups. DSR delivers the MOD’s security policy on: the Defence Nuclear Enterprise; culture and training; physical; personnel and vetting; policing and guarding; resilience and business continuity; and industry. DSR leads the Security Function within Defence, led by the Chief Security Officer of the MOD, who also acts as the Head of Profession for Security in Defence.

The DSR Vetting team covers three specific areas of responsibility:

• Setting Defence vetting policy, working with the Government Security Group in the Cabinet Office to influence government vetting policy, and interpreting it for the MOD and its partners;
• Vetting delivery – maintaining close contact with UKSV and our internal vetting stakeholders to oversee the vetting service; and
• Leading the vetting casework team that makes vetting risk decisions for MOD civil servants and Defence industry personnel
• This position is advertised at 37 hours per week

Job Description

This post leads on MOD’s vetting policy. Whilst the Cabinet Office is the lead department for vetting policy across HMG, this post is responsible for:

• Redesigning MODs vetting operating model, including is decision makers, funding avenues and risk appetites.
• designing MODs vetting reform programme under the direction of MODs Chief Operating Officer.
• working with the Cabinet Office to ensure Vetting policy enables MOD while protecting our security and interpreting the policy for Defence. This role will be a key point of contact with Cabinet Office.
• representing MOD’s position in development of Government national security vetting policy, including the vetting transformation programme and delivery stabilisation programme.
• Interpreting Government policy on vetting for Defence and resolving policy questions.
• Delivering vetting secretariat and internal comms.

Internally, the role will need to work closely with security stakeholders in the three military services and in other business units in MOD to understand MOD security risks and to interpret and explain the vetting policy for a Defence audience.

This is an exciting time to join MOD Vetting; a significant amount of reform is ongoing and the post holder will be expected to assist delivery of project strands related to improving Vetting data, forecasting, and Defence’s Vetting operating model.

Responsibilities

• Representing MOD’s views in Cabinet Office transformation programmes and policy discussions
• Liaising across Whitehall, with other security cluster vetting departments
• Building relationships with vetting policy stakeholders across MOD, to understand the security risks MOD faces
• Making recommendations about implementing the policy in Defence settings
• Writing the MOD’s vetting policy guidance and ensuring it continues to be accurate and to support MOD business
• Assisting Defence stakeholders with vetting policy queries, including the Principal Security Advisers for the main business units (TLB and Enabling Organisations)
• Undertaking Secretariat work such as responding to Treat Official and Ministerial Correspondence, and developing internal communications on vetting issues

There are other policy issues waiting to be resolved which the postholder will give advice on and there is broad scope to shape the role by getting to understand the risks being faced, and stakeholders relative priorities.

This post is based in MOD Main Building, but there is scope for flexible working.  The rest of the team currently splits their time between working in MOD Main Building and Homeworking. There is an expectation to be in Main Building at least once a week.

Skills and Experience

Essential Skills:

• Due to regular engagement at senior levels, the post holder must demonstrate strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• The post holder needs be a self-starter and be able to proactively identify emerging issues and have an aptitude for seeking out solutions to them.
• Good writing skills are essential
• Good IT skills

 

Desirable Skills:

• Excellence in writing to influence and inform
• Experience of policy work is highly desirable, as is working across government departments

There is no requirement for previous experience of working with the military or in the MOD however previous experience of personnel security policy or vetting is highly desirable.

Security Vetting: Applicants must be willing to undergo the Developed Vetting process. Owing to the nature of the role this is a reserved post.

Behaviours

We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Communicating and Influencing
• Making Effective Decisions
• Leadership

We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Communicating and Influencing
• Making Effective Decisions
• Leadership

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
• 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 after 5 years), plus 8 bank holidays.

The post does not offer relocation expenses.

 External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six month probation period.

Please note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.

Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.

Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/.”

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The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment by 31st December 2022. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.