An SC cleared Security Vetting Administrator is required with 2 years experience working in a security vetting environment, be familiar with administering UKSV security clearance applications, understands UK Government security clearance levels, and is comfortable and properly able to handle sensitive materials and personal data. Due to the nature of the role there is limited scope for remote working. Please note that this role is inside IR35 and will require working via an FCSA accredited umbrella company.
Reporting to the Government Security Controller, the role will include the following duties under the direction of the vetting manager:
1.Provide sound security and vetting advice and guidance on UK Govt security vetting matters. Issues the appropriate forms to IBM employees and contractors to initiate a vetting application and acts as the point of contact throughout the process.
2.Process vetting applications for all employees and contractors from receipt of initial documentation to completion according to approved work procedures working with IBM's outsourced provided where applicable.
3.Create and maintain accurate physical and electronic records of all vetting applications and the outcome.
4.Request, follow up and review references as appropriate to support vetting applications.
5.Approve BPSS applications according to approved procedures and escalate to the Vetting Manager/Security Controller any which fall outside of scope of delegated authority.
6.Submit clearance applications to UKSV National Security Vetting, and other HMG vetting authorities as required and liaise with them as necessary so as to ensure timely outcomes..
7.Liaise with the UKSV National Security Vetting, and other HMG vetting authorities regarding applications to transfer previously issued security clearances.
8.Respond to authorised enquiries from applicants and their sponsors/managers regarding status of vetting applications, clearance status of individuals etc.
9.Issue notification of successful vetting applicants and their sponsor/manager.
10.Assist with enrolling applicants on induction courses, security briefing courses or other briefings with site security.
11.Initiate and track aftercare activities according to procedures.
12.Respond to enquiries, both internally and externally, for confirmation of security clearances.
13.Process outgoing visit requests to List-x and both domestic and overseas government sites.
14.Escalate any vetting issues to the Vetting Manager/Security Controller.
15.Perform such other duties as the Security Controller may require from time to time.
Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.
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