Security Vetting Officer

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WSP’s Vetting & Personnel Security function sits within the Security Management team and delivers a vetting service to both internal and external clients. This ensures personnel security risks are identified and managed appropriately with the aim of protecting our client’s most sensitive assets. 

As a WSP Security Vetting Officer, you will play a key role in providing an excellent vetting service to our clients while supporting WSP’s wider business in all elements of Personnel Security. The role will assure the efficient operation of personnel screening and vetting processes, prioritising tasks where required to ensure seamless delivery of an effective Personnel Security capability.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Ensure all vetting and screening requirements are satisfied and compliant with both internal policy and external contractual and regulatory obligations (e.g. HM Government BPSS, Defence Security, National Security Vetting (NSV), Aviation Security and Nuclear sector).
• Manage Security Vetting and Aviation shared mailboxes to process requests and provide timely advice and support to WSP’s project teams in all areas of Personnel Security. 
• Assist WSP’s Personnel Security Manager with the implementation of insider threat governance and risk management framework. Support the investigation of insider threat incidents and assessment, management and escalation of adverse findings in line with relevant security procedures. 
• Support all aspects of National Security Vetting procedures including aftercare activities (e.g. leavers, annual appraisals, change of circumstances, incident management). Support project teams in preparation of business cases in line with National Security Vetting requirements.  
• Assist with reporting and audits for internal and external purposes and carry out appropriate remediation activities to ensure data integrity and compliance. 
• Liaise and collaborate with HR and Project teams to fulfil vetting requirements and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Support WSP’s security awareness programme by encouraging security-conscious behaviours through best practice and recommended communication channels to promote and enhance WSP’s security culture.
• Coordinate and manage the security travel process, review travel questionnaires, providing appropriate guidance, arrange and deliver travel briefings and ensure employees are aware of relevant security requirements and considerations before travelling to restricted countries. 

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES 

• Hold SC clearance or the ability to achieve it. (Essential)
• Previous security vetting experience (Desirable)
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills with the ability to prioritise workload, deliver to tight timescales, and manage a high level and variety of activities.
• Possess attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. 
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint and in particular Excel). Experience in HR and vetting systems is desirable. 
• Possess a professional and confident manner to maintain confidentiality and integrity.
• A highly motivated and driven individual that adopts a flexible and adaptable approach. 
• A proactive individual with the ability to take initiative and a keen interest in personal and professional development.
• Ability to develop and manage processes to create continuous improvement and efficiencies.

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WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

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Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.