Security Administration Officer

Job Title: Security Administration Officer
Location: Onsite at Reading
Remuneration: 140/day
Contract Details: Temporary (26th May 2025 - 30th June 2025)

Responsibilities:
Join our dynamic team as a Security Administration Officer and play a crucial role in supporting a secure facility for various governmental entities. Your responsibilities will include:

Processing BPSS and SC vetting applications, assisting the Vetting Manager.
Executing security-related administrative duties to support Security Controllers.
Acting as the Security Subject Matter Expert for facility users and visitors.
Managing group mailboxes for vetting and secure facility operations.
Ensuring the legitimate and secure use of the facility.
Escorting contractors for facility maintenance.
Staying updated on security issues within the defence industry.
Participating in monthly reviews with Security Controllers.
Providing office cover for another Security team as needed.
Assisting with security audits and reviews.

Key Success Criteria:
To thrive in this role, you should possess:

The ability to gain SC clearance.
Proactive problem-solving skills to enhance team efficiency.
Professional interaction skills with all personnel levels.
Familiarity with security risk management principles.
A self-motivated and detail-oriented approach to tasks.
A strong ability to work within a team and build effective relationships.
High-level interpersonal skills and adaptability to diverse work styles.
Trustworthiness in handling confidential information.
Proficiency in MS O365 applications, including Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel.

Essential Skills:

Experience in business administration.
Good working knowledge of MS Office, especially Outlook and Teams.
Strong communication skills.

Desirable Knowledge:

Familiarity with the Defence Sector and UK National Vetting System.

Personal Attributes:
We're looking for candidates with:

Integrity in business and security dealings.
A flexible, self-motivated, and goal-oriented approach.
A focus on compliance and attention to detail.
A commitment to providing excellent customer experience.

Qualifications:

You will be required to undergo a Baseline Check to BPSS Government standards.
UK Security Clearance (SC or above) is necessary for this role. This can be applied for or transferred if already held.

Additional Details:

We seek a confident, proactive individual who can work independently and assist with ad-hoc tasks.
Strong administrative skills are a must! CRM experience is a plus.
Familiarity with Office 365 is beneficial, but not essential.
Ideal candidates will be local to Reading to avoid travel issues.

If you're a proactive self-starter ready to contribute to a secure and efficient environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a vital part of our exciting journey!

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