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UK NACE Senior Technical Security Countermeasures Officer

Civil Service

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Job summary

Senior Technical Security Countermeasures Officer

48,801 50,270 plus a location allowance of 1,750 and excellent benefits

Based in Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes with UK and international travel.

Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park

At FCDO Services we protect the UKs interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission were on. In our world, it all matters.

Full Time on site at Hanslope Park. The role includes expectation of regular travel throughout the year in the UK and overseas.

Job description

Protecting government assets is a big picture operation for us. Thats why our Technical Security team is made up of all kinds of talent. From security design engineers creating solutions for global threats to technical installers guarding the UKs most sensitive assets in real time, this team provides the full spectrum of protection for the UK around the world. Now, youve got the opportunity to join them.

Keeping people and information safe

Solving unique problems

Broadening your horizons

It all matters

Focus on protecting some of the UKs most sensitive security assets

When you join us in this significant front line role youll have an exciting opportunity to make a direct contribution to the UKs national security as you work to protect some of the governments most sensitive asserts. Acting as the team leader on UK and overseas technical security countermeasures activities, and partnering with our stakeholders to detect technical attacks, youll set the direction and scope of endpoint forensic investigations, and work on projects designed to research and identify technical security vulnerabilities. Well also expect you to develop and implement safe systems of work, ensuring your colleagues cooperate with risk assessments and comply with health and safety policies and procedures.

Your day-to-day work will include leading a supportive and collaborative team on installation and construction security assurance, technical security inspections, acoustic testing, radio frequency integrity testing and live monitoring, TEMPEST testing and other specialised tasks at UK and overseas locations. With a strong focus on meeting the highest standards relating to pre-deployment planning, preparing equipment for inspection, installing or maintaining equipment, and preparing written inspection reports, youll work on a range of R&D projects, and provide technical support and advice to your colleagues. Proposing innovative ideas that demonstrate a culture of continual improvement and efficiency, well also expect you to support the triage of new requests for countermeasures, and maintain your own professional expertise relating to the latest technologies and best practice.

Use all your skills, knowledge and expertise as you support our global mission

With a Level 4 Security or Engineering qualification, or a Physics, Engineering or Technology based Level 3 qualification with the ability to obtain a Level 4 Security or Engineering qualification within five years of your appointment, youll have well developed experience of managing small teams, and practical knowledge of working with technical protective security systems. Highly motivated and with plenty of ingenuity, tenacity and creativity, youll have a strong interest in a wide range of practical technical skills, including electronics, IT, networks, mechanics and construction.

Knowledge of construction security procedures and administration would be desirable, as would an understanding of software development and programming, and radio principles. Youll be required to travel regularly to locations in the UK and overseas international trips may vary between one to six weeks, while UK travel will routinely involve overnight stays. With this in mind, you should have a flexible approach to your timetable, and be prepared to work at weekends and out of hours.

Discover the support you need to grow your career further

But were always looking to improve just like you. Thats why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, youll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need.

Want to see your future teams work in action? Step into our Virtual Embassy and select a guide to take you round to see how we deliver for government customers and how you could help. Explore the embassy now at virtual-embassy.fcdoservicescareers.co.uk

Every single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If youre successful in your application, well ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. You can find out more about vetting at fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply/

To find out more about our benefits and our organisation, please visit fcdoservicescareers.co.uk

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It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world

The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know youre welcome and valued. Its what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why were recognised as a Carer Confident workplace. And its how you know youre joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.

Person specification

  • A Level 3 Physics, Engineering or Technology qualification.
  • Experience of managing small teams
  • Extensive experience of one or more technical protective security systems
  • Demonstrate practical application of technical knowledge

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