Security Operations Officer

The Government Legal Department is seeking a Security Operations Officer to support the delivery of national security vetting across the department.

The successful candidate will join a supportive team and gain experience of case management, stakeholder engagement, information handling, and cross-government vetting arrangements in practice.

The role involves administering and coordinating security clearance applications, providing guidance to staff and managers, maintaining vetting records, and acting as a principal point of contact for routine enquiries.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing routine national security vetting applications and enquiries
• Reviewing clearance applications and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness
• Providing clear guidance on vetting processes, clearance types, eligibility, and residence requirements
• Supporting team Points of Contact during vetting exercises
• Submitting applications and liaising with the vetting provider and vetting authority
• Monitoring active cases, following up delays, and escalating significant issues
• Maintaining accurate clearance records and tracking case-management information
• Producing management information on progress and outstanding work
• Preparing and distributing clearance lists with necessary information and security markings
• Supporting clearance aftercare, including the annual Security Appraisal Form process

The ideal candidate will have experience of managing administrative processes, providing advice and guidance, and handling sensitive or confidential information.

The salary for this role is GBP 32,127 - 35,094 per year.