Deputy Principal Security Adviser
Defence Science and Technology Laboratory
- Department
- Defence Science and Technology Laboratory
- Location
- Salisbury, Fareham
- Openings
- 1 post
- Grade
- Grade 6
- Salary
- £62,261 to £69,269
- Closing
- 10 days left
- Profession
- Operational Delivery, Policy
- Contract
- Permanent
- Security clearance
- DV
- Working pattern
- Full-time, Compressed hours
Job summary
The Deputy Principal Security Adviser (PSyA) role supports the PSyA by leading and seeking to continually enhance Dstl Security governance and assurance framework.
The role is pivotal in supporting Dstl to demonstrate effective management of its security risks, by providing assurance on the effectiveness of key controls via the Dstl Security & Resilience Committee through to the Dstl Executive Committee (ExCo) and Audit, Risk and Assurance Committee (ARAC).
Dstl recognises the importance of diversity and inclusion as people from diverse backgrounds bring fresh ideas. We are committed to building an inclusive working environment in which each employee fulfils their potential and maximises their contribution.
What they’re looking for
- You will have proven experience of planning and leading security assurance activities across a range of complex operating domains.
- You will have proven experience of working within and in support of governance structures in respect of boards, committees and associated Security Working Groups.
- For more information on the essential criteria of the job, please see the job profile attached below.
- Important Information:
- Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners.
- This role will require Developed Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years.
- Individuals within DSTL who hold dual nationality and currently hold the required clearance level may apply. If found suitable for the role further security discussions will need to take place before a formal offer can be made.
Behaviours you’ll be assessed on
This advert says the panel will score you against these behaviours at Grade 6 level. Each one links to worked examples.
Job description
The role has the following key areas of delivery responsibility:
- Supporting the PSyA in the maintenance and development of positive trust relationships with key external stakeholder groups that influence Dstl’s Licence to Operate.
- Leadership and coordination of Dstl Security Line 2 Assurance activities, ensuring the delivery of quarterly assurance reports and appropriate Management Information to enable ARAC and ExCo to make evidence-based decisions on the prioritisation of strategic risk mitigations.
- Development and coordination of Dstl Security strategy, ensuring this is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect changes in MOD and Dstl strategic priorities.
- Central management of the Dstl Security Investigations Management Teams process, ensuring that Dstl delivers a Just Security Culture that learns from incidents and implements proportionate mitigations to address any identified vulnerability.
For more information on the essential criteria for the job, please see the job profile attached below.
Nationality requirements
Open to UK nationals only.
This job is not open to candidates who hold a dual nationality.
Selection process
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.
We want you to have your best chance of success in our recruitment process, so If at any stage of the application process you would like help or assistance please contact the Dstl Recruitment Team dstlrecruitment@dstl.gov.uk and we will do all we can to support you.
If you are a current Dstl employee you must ensure your line manager is aware of your application and the potential situation regarding release dates.
The sift will take place from the 3rd November with applications assessed against the essential criteria outlined in the job profile.
Interviews will take place face to face at Dstl Porton Down from the 17th November and will consist of behavioural and technical competency‑based questions and a 10-minute presentation.
Details of the presentation will be provided to candidates who are invited to interview.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Practise before you apply
Civil Service panels score every answer against the Success Profiles behaviours at Grade 6 level. Practise STAR answers and get them marked against the same framework.
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