About this job

Due to our continued growth, we are looking for a well-motivated and enthusiastic Vetting Officer to join our Enabling Services, People Security Team. This role plays a critical part of the overall security function within Roke.

You will ideally have previous experience within a Security Vetting Role, liaising with government agencies, knowledge of the UK vetting process would be a distinct advantage for this role. This position also offers the chance to deputise for the Vetting Manager when necessary.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Provide support and process all types of Vetting (BPSS, SC, ESC, DV), new applications, transfers, extensions and renewals.
• To Liaise with the United Kingdom Security Vetting and other HMG vetting authorities
• Providing support and advice to the business with guidance from the Vetting Manager and Security Controller when necessary
• Maintain physical and electronic vetting records ensuring timely renewals are up held
• Record keeping and controlling of Aftercare Incident Reporting
• To attend internal and external stakeholder meetings
• Observance of the Official Secrets Act

Profile

What are we looking for from you?

• Prior Knowledge and experience of government security vetting, with experience of at least 1 year in a similar role.
• Understanding of General Data Protection Regulation.
• Must be able to act in the strictest confidence
• Organised, able to priortise own work load

Security:

Due to the nature of this position, candidates must be willing to undergo, and be eligible to achieve DV clearance. As a result, you should be a British Citizen and have the lived in the UK for the past 10 years. Should you already have clearance, we will provide assistance transferring your clearance, as well as, pay a high-level clearance bonus.

We are committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Our working environment is friendly, creative and inclusive.

We can accommodate flexible working arrangements, and support a diverse work force and those with additional needs.