Industrial Security Administrator-Defence

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: UK-Highest Level of Government ClearanceTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Overview: The Industrial Security Administrator- Defence plays a crucial role in supporting the management and upkeep of Northrop Grumman UK Limited (NGUKL) security policies concerning our Facility Security Clearance (FSC) certification at Burlington House, New Malden, and other locations designated by the Northrop Grumman UK Security Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure proper control and administration of sensitive materials.
• Help communicate NGUKL’s information security policies related to FSC.
• Maintain company security instructions, tracking all relevant details regarding FSC appointments.
• Coordinate with vetting to keep an updated register of clearances for facility access.
• Foster strong internal relationships to promote best practices in information security, encouraging responsible information risk management.
• Assist in conducting security awareness training on FSC and company requirements within the organization.
• Monitor the following:
  • Usage and movement of sensitive information
  • Risk Management and Accreditation Document sets for the facility
  • Security Operating Procedures
  • Effectiveness of Security Controls
• Ensure compliance with the NGUKL Security Incident Management process for timely identification, evaluation, and documentation of non-compliance and information security risks, escalating issues as necessary.
• Assist with the Northrop Grumman facility visitor process.
• Develop into a liaison officer to facilitate briefings for staff, ensuring these are controlled and documented.
• Assist in interpreting Security Aspects Letters and implement required controls.
• Contribute to internal and external audits as needed.
• Stay updated on industry best practices regarding security governance, risk, and compliance.
• Assist in the security management of the UK Defence Operating Unit’s FSC facilities, collaborating with the Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) Principal Security Advisor (PSyA) to maintain FSC certification.
• Adhere to NGUKL FSC assurance and compliance protocols, suggesting necessary actions and improvements.
• Support the completion of the annual FSC compliance questionnaire for DE&S PSyA.
• Work closely with the NM Facilities Manager to ensure physical security of building is maintained.
• Responsible for the issuance and collection of security passes.
• Undertake any other reasonable tasks as assigned.

General Operational Duties:

• Participate in Security team and cross-departmental meetings as needed.
• Comply with all relevant Business Management/Command Media processes and procedures.
• Travel to other UK facilities may be required.

Person Specification:

Essential Qualifications/Experience:

• Experience with security controls in a Defence or Government context.
• Strong administrative skills.
• Eagerness to learn.

Desired Qualifications/Experience:

• Experience in physical security, vetting, information assurance or admin role.
• Management of defence security awareness at the company level.
• Completion of any DISA courses.
• Documentation management experience.

Competencies/Skills:

• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of engaging effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proactive team player, equally comfortable working independently.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Highly organized, adept at managing workloads and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Positive, can-do attitude, with the ability to influence opinions and decisions.
• Competent in PowerPoint and delivering face-to-face presentations.
• High level of integrity and resilience.
• Solid understanding of privacy regulations (including DPA 2018, GDPR).
• Knowledge of information security standards (e.g., Cabinet Office Security Policy Framework, ISF Standard of Good Practice for Information Security, JSP 440, JSP 470).

Other Requirements:

• Travel: Some national travel may be necessary for team and customer meetings and training activities.
• This is an onsite role.
• Clearance: Must maintain UK Government clearances at the highest level.
• Provide support for the NGUKL Security Controller as needed at the facility level.

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