Description
We are seeking a Corporate STRAPSO, SRM & Rosa Lead to manage access to tier 2/tier 3 facilities across UKHSA locations.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all personnel and visitors are authorised and hold the necessary national security vetting clearances.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing secure administrative management and control of material and environments
- Supporting good information management compliance
- Protecting and securing personnel, physical and information assets
- Managing routine security and accessing control secure environments
- Providing day-to-day advice and assistance to colleagues regarding sensitive material/IT systems
- Leading on aspects of liaison with key partners across Government
- Managing/administering applications for clearances and role changes
- Maintaining accurate records of inductions/de-inductions and IT accounts
- Conducting briefings and familiarisation sessions for IT systems to colleagues
- Managing access to secure meeting rooms and video conferencing facilities
- Investigating and accurately recording security incidents/breaches
- Managing financial and operational oversight including budgeting/purchase orders/asset visibility
- Acting as the organisation's liaison with senior stakeholders/central governance functions
- Overseeing user onboarding and enroller training
- Managing enrolment and password resets at local sites
- Delivering Rosa training within the organisation
- Leading the implementation and governance of information/records management at SECRET level
- Managing secure device lifecycle and mobile working arrangements
The role requires a demonstrable understanding of national security requirements and policies.
Essential Criteria:
- Proficiency in IT systems related to vetting and security management
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding sensitive data
- A proactive and flexible approach to work
- Experience managing and leading a team in a fast-paced, security-sensitive environment
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity and discretion
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines
- Experience of designing, developing and delivering training in a face-to-face environment
Desirable Criteria:
- Previous experience working specifically within a STRAP environment or similar high-security government or defence settings
- Experience liaising with external agencies, national technical authorities or government departments on security and vetting matters
Benefits:
- Salary of £60,494 - £70,566 per year
- UK Health Security Agency contributes £17,525 towards being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme
- Learning and development tailored to your role
- An environment with flexible working options
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
- A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%