33175 - FCRM Security Vetting and Support Officer

We are the Environment Agency, and working in partnership with government, local authorities, businesses, and communities we tackle the impacts of climate change and manage the assets that protect Central London from flooding.

This role sits within the core security team at the Thames Barrier. You will help deliver and continuously improve the administration of internal security and risk across our assets in a complex and demanding environment, assessing risks to the Thames Tidal Defences to protect our staff, critical infrastructure, and the public we serve.

Purpose of the Role

Delivery of personnel security vetting on behalf of Thames Tidal Defences
Development and delivery of security measures, security induction and training
Financial management of key contracts and team spending
Adoption and implementation of security controls with input from internal and external stakeholders, Provide personnel security vetting advice and guidance in relation to National Security Vetting, management process, residency, clearance status, etc
Manage all new vetting applications in liaison with the government security clusters
Effective communications of policies, processes and guidance to internal staff and contractors alike
Improve and maintain security culture across employees and contractors
Contribute to the effective planning and delivery of security contracts
You'll have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan. We'll help you find a role to suit your needs. Appropriate training will be given.

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a suitable level of security clearance and must have been resident within the UK for a minimum of 5 years.

The team

Flood and Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) is central to the Environment Agency's work. The site-based security team plays a vital role in ensuring the continued operation of the Thames Tidal Defences, helping to protect people and property from flooding. We sit within the Local Operations Directorate.

Essential

Excellent organisational and administration skills
Able to form good relationships within your department and the wider security community and work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Proactive and efficient with the ability to deliver at pace
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Desirable

Experience of personnel security practices in a large business setting or the public sector
An understanding of personnel security and risk, as well as a willingness to develop knowledge in these areas, whilst recognising future risks and strategically planning to mitigate them.
Knowledge and a working understanding of industry good practice principles regarding personnel security vetting standards and frameworks, keeping abreast of changes to industry standards, regulations, and best practice
Knowledge of incident management processes
You'll have a range of development opportunities and appropriate training will be provided.