UK NACE Senior Technical Security Countermeasures Officer

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 UK’s 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 we’re 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. That’s 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 UK’s most sensitive assets in real time, this team provides the full spectrum of protection for the UK around the world. Now, you’ve 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 UK’s most sensitive security assets

When you join us in this significant front line role you’ll have an exciting opportunity to make a direct contribution to the UK’s national security as you work to protect some of the government’s 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, you’ll set the direction and scope of endpoint forensic investigations, and work on projects designed to research and identify technical security vulnerabilities. We’ll 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, you’ll 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, we’ll 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, you’ll 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, you’ll 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. You’ll 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 we’re always looking to improve – just like you. That’s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you’ll 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 team’s 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 you’re successful in your application, we’ll 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 you’re welcome and valued. It’s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we’re recognised as a ‘Carer Confident’ workplace. And it’s how you know you’re 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

Qualifications

A Level 3 Physics, Engineering or Technology qualification.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Making Effective Decisions
• Working Together
• Delivering at Pace

Technical skills

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• 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

We only ask for evidence of these technical skills on your application form:

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

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £48,801, FCDO Services contributes £14,137 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window).

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusio