Job Description
OUR VACANCY
Security Vetting Administrator
Defence
Fixed-Term Contract / Support functions
Blackburn
06/03/2023
Hybrid work
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ABOUT ASSYSTEM
Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world.
Every day, our 6,500 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy.
We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition.
To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all.
Assystem is a leading Global Engineering Consultancy tasked with shaping the future of the energy landscape and helping to deliver net-zero solutions.
Whether through our New Build, Decommissioning, Defence or Infrastructure business areas and partnerships, we need your talent to meet our demanding growth plans in the UK.
Join us and develop your career in a world class, inspiring & supportive environment.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Security Vetting Assistant
Blackburn
Fixed Term Contract: 12 months
The Security Vetting Administrator is responsible to the Company Security Controller for assisting with the overall security activities of the company and is primarily responsible for managing the efficient and effective coordination of the Personnel Security within the organisation relating to Security Vetting and Aftercare. The role will be based at our Blackburn office with hybrid working and anticipated 1-2 days a week in the office.
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*Key Responsibilities for Security Vetting Administrator:*
- Processing Vetting Applications within the organisation for staff and contractors and providing support and advice for all types of Vetting.
- Monitoring existing clearances and proactively ensuring renewals are carried out within a timely and efficient manner.
- Advising and updating on changes in policies and procedures in respect of vetting.
- Liaising with external agencies with regards to Security Clearances including the verification of internal and external clearances.
- Ensuring Personnel Security risks are effectively managed by conducting rigorous checks and ensuring ongoing Personnel Security controls are applied throughout the organisation.
- Act as a point of contact for all staff and contractors for both specific vetting and general security enquiries ensuring they are dealt with effectively and efficiently taking into account data protection and other security considerations in relation to disclosure of information.
- Supporting on Security Vetting Incident & Aftercare Incident Reporting, follow-up actions and sharing learning from experience for any security near-misses and recording details of these.
- Assisting with site internal and external vetting audits.
- Support projects with vetting and National Security Vetting clearance queries.
- Providing project specific security support for key projects
- Providing general Security assistance to the Security Department as and when required.
- Provide vetting information to support reports for the Company Security Controller.
- Support the administration of the Security Department.
MY PROFILE
Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience for Security Vetting Administrator:
- Reliable
- Self-motivated
- Honest and Trustworthy
- Good organisation.
- Methodical & Accurate
- Ability to meet deadlines and prioritise own workload.
- Must be able to gain and maintain National Security Vetting Security Check Clearance
- Must be a sole British National
ABOUT ASSYSTEM
Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world.
Every day, our 6,500 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy. We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition.
Job Type: Contract